Evidence Related to Turn and Positioning Systems

This webinar will be recorded live on July 17th, 2024. A recording of the webinar will be available within 24 hours of the live event.

There is currently a lack of awareness among nurses and assistive personnel on the need for effective turning for offloading pressure, not just frequency of turn, contributing to increased incidence of HAPI.  Current strategies (pillows and wedges) may not achieve the desired degree of turn.  This webinar will discuss the current state of the science related to turn and positioning devices. Evidence related to components included in these devices will be presented supporting the use of a multi-pronged approached for effective turning and pressure injury reduction. This webinar will raise awareness of current turn practices and the need for improvement to meet patient needs and reduce HAPI. The use of systems that address most extrinsic risk factors for pressure injury can be an effective strategy to reduce pressure injuries for immobile patients.