Abstract
PURPOSE: To familiarize wound care practitioners with the 5 Million Lives Campaign's pressure ulcer prevention intervention.
TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in wound care.
OBJECTIVES: After reading this article and taking this test, the reader should be able to:
1. List organizational and national initiatives that address pressure ulcer prevention.
2. Identify characteristics of pressure ulcers.
3. Identify 6 strategies that help prevent pressure ulcers.