A study on the awareness of in-patients caregivers at De La Salle University Medical Center regarding pressure sores

Date of Completion

2000

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Keywords

Pressure Ulcer, Caregivers

Abstract

The survey was conducted in De La Salle-University Medical Center in Dasmariñas, Cavite among in-patient caregivers to determine their awareness regarding pressure sore, its etiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, complications, management and its prevention. Questionnaires were used in the study as a method of data collection. The total sample size (31). Answered the same set of questions and only 25 were considered for tabulation. Data gathered were analyzed descriptively and presented through tables. The results showed that all of the in-patients caregivers are aware that prolonged bedrest without mobility may be the cause of having pressure sores. Majority (60%) of the In-patients caregivers believe that infrequent turning every 2 hours primary risk factors for pressure sore followed by infrequent daily inspection of skin. Majority (52%) of the in-patients caregivers are not aware of using special cushion as a prevention for pressure sore. A great number (84%) of in-patients caregivers are aware of possible complication of pressure sore such as infection. A great number (52%) of the caregivers believe that they would notify the doctor or nurse about the pressure sore as to first aid management. A great number (76%) of caregivers are not aware of the Physical Therapy (PT) modalities that can be used for the treatment of pressure sores. As recommendation, the author would like to suggest the distribution of pamphlets to the caregivers for them to increase their level of awareness regarding prevention and management of pressure sore and what Physical Therapists' can do.

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