Using pressure mapping intraoperatively to prevent pressure ulcers-A quasi-experimental study.

Background And Aim: Patients undergoing surgery are at high risk of developing pressure ulcers. However, pressure ulcer prevention in the operating room department is demanding and restricted. New techniques, such as continuous pressure mapping that visualizes interface pressure, are now available.

Different patient groups request different emergency care - a survey in a Swedish emergency department.

Aim: This study investigates possible differences in the perception of quality of care at an emergency department, as related to patient background and visit characteristics.

Methods: The study uses a prospective, descriptive survey design with data collected in May 2002 from the emergency department of a Swedish university hospital. It included 200 patients with an average age of 51 yr (range 18-91 yr).