Madsen W, Leonard M
Faculty of Health Science, Central Queensland University, North Rockhampton, Australia.
J Qual Clin Pract. 1997 Dec;17(4):209-13.
Clinical indicators may be used to monitor the quality of care delivery. Unfortunately, they are often viewed by nursing staff as unnecessary paper work. This study used Waterlow's Pressure Sore Risk Assessment Tool as the basis of a clinical indicator to monitor pressure ulcers within a nursing home. It was found that by closely monitoring the skin status of residents, preventative actions could be implemented, thereby minimizing the risk of pressure ulcer development. The advantage of utilizing such a tool is that it is seen to be clinically relevant for nursing staff while providing a bank of data for quality management.
临床指标可用于监测护理服务的质量。不幸的是，护理人员常常将其视为不必要的文书工作。本研究使用沃特洛压疮风险评估工具作为临床指标的基础，以监测养老院中的压疮情况。结果发现，通过密切监测居民的皮肤状况，可以采取预防措施，从而将压疮发生的风险降至最低。使用这样一种工具的优点是，它对护理人员具有临床相关性，同时为质量管理提供了大量数据。
