19 December 2023
The purpose of this article is to present a scenario of a typical patient at risk of developing pressure damage and demonstrate how to complete the assessment and implement a prevention plan using the aSSKINg framework (Healthcare Improvement Scotland, 2020). By following these recommendations, healthcare professionals can demonstrate good preventative care, reduce the risk of patients developing pressure damage, and protect their organisation against any future litigation claims (Downie, 2014).
