Abstract
PURPOSE: To provide the wound care practitioner with a review of the assessment, prevention, and management of pressure ulcers in pediatric patients with spinal cord injury.
TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.
OBJECTIVES: After reading this article and taking this test, the reader should be able to:
1. Describe the pathogenesis, risk factors, and assessment of pressure ulcers in pediatric patients with spinal cord injury.
2. Discuss the prevention and topical management of pediatric pressure ulcers.