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Neonatal Skin Structure: Pressure Injury Staging Challenges

Advances in Skin and Wound Care, ISSN: 1538-8654, Vol: 35, Issue: 3, Page: 149-154
2022
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GENERAL PURPOSE To review neonatal pressure injuries (PIs), including clinical features and challenges in evaluation and staging related to the unique anatomic features of preterm neonatal skin as well as the common sites and mechanisms of injury. TARGET AUDIENCE This continuing education activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care. LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES After participating in this educational activity, the participant will: 1. Recognize the causes of PIs in preterm neonates. 2. Choose the outcomes of PIs in preterm neonates. 3. Distinguish the common characteristics of preterm neonates' skin. 4. Summarize the challenges clinicians face when classifying the PIs of preterm neonates.

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