Understanding the role of support surfaces and wheelchair systems
What is the purpose of the pressure management guide:
foster a more holistic approach to the management and prevention of pressure injuries (PI) by simultaneously treating supine and seated postures
review and adopt the Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) as set forth by the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP)
support members of the healthcare team to prescribe appropriate wheelchair support surfaces in the management of PIs
adopt key recommendations from the NPIAP’s CPG when considering support surfaces for the supine and seated posture for the prevention and treatment of PI among wheelchair users
understand the critical role wheelchair configuration and equipment choices play in the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries
introduce the role of international standardized testing
