Figures reported in ‘Nursing In Practice’ suggests that 18% of all hospitalised patients across Europe suffer from pressure ulcers. 
The prevention and management of pressure injuries continues to challenge clinicians on a daily basis, however despite large-scale improvement projects many patients still develop bed sores unnecessary.
Current NHS Safety Thermometer data suggests that 5% of UK patients suffer from ulcers however this excludes category one damage.

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