Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This article shares the personal story of a family who ultimately lost a loved one through an infection that spread to the bone via a potentially avoidable pressure sore on his heel. It briefly documents the case and presents a call for vigilance and training on pressure sores and skin care across the health-care team.
Source: Wound Care Canada
Author: Wound Care Canada Staff
Language: English
Subfield: Occupational Therapy
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4405184107