Aids such as pressure airflow mattress/ pressure cushions/appropriate seating/ pillows/posture rolls and wedges/leg and foot protectors and supports. Risk Assessment i.e. Waterlow Score, Pressure Area Risk Assessment Chart; Braden Risk Assessment Tool; Preliminary Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment (PPURA); moving and handling. Tissue Viability contact-Who and Consider staff training Issues Initial Review Review Review Review Date Date Date to Care Plan Oral Care Assessment and Care planning Helps maintain, comfort, self- esteem and dignity. Supports and promotes communication Supports and promotes nutritional intake and hydration. Treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, analgesics such as opioids, diuretics and anticholinergic’s can cause uncomfortable dryness leading to sore mouths. Some individuals may be prescribed medication for excessive salivation this should be reviewed and amended as appropriate. Maintain on a bases regular mouth care (4 times a day).Ensure you have the tools and equipment available to this such as a soft toothbrush, lip balm etc. Support, advice and training from District Nurse if necessary. Check for changes and put interventions in place quickly to prevent deterioration.
Aids such as pressure airflow mattress/ pressure cushions/appropriate seating/ pillows/posture rolls and wedges/leg and foot protectors and supports. Risk Assessment i.e. Waterlow Score, Pressure Area Risk Assessment Chart; Braden Risk Assessment Tool; Preliminary Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment (PPURA); moving and handling. Tissue Viability contact-Who and Consider staff training Issues Initial Review to Care Plan Review Date Review Date Review Date Oral Care Assessment and Care planning Helps maintain, comfort, self- esteem and dignity. Supports and promotes communication Supports and promotes nutritional intake and hydration. Treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, analgesics such as opioids, diuretics and anticholinergic’s can cause uncomfortable dryness leading to sore mouths. Some individuals may be prescribed medication for excessive salivation this should be reviewed and amended as appropriate. Maintain on a bases regular mouth care (4 times a day).Ensure you have the tools and equipment available to this such as a soft toothbrush, lip balm etc. Support, advice and training from District Nurse if necessary. Check for changes and put interventions in place quickly to prevent deterioration.
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