10th April 2025: WOUND MASTERCLASS: From Consensus to Clinic- Solving the Mystery of Pressure Injury Prevention

Welcome to this globally accredited Masterclass exploring the pivotal concepts of pressure injury prevention in your clinical practice. Learn about all the essential concepts of pressure injury evaluation, assessment and the role of SEM detection in your daily clinical practice.

This is your opportunity to engage with our global panel of experts for a live, interactive Masterclass and become accredited in Pressure Injury Prevention.

Introduction Dr Shamsian
- Overview of Pressure Injuries: Kathleen Vollman
- Definition and staging of pressure injuries (Stage 1–4, Deep Tissue Injury, Unstageable).Kathleen Vollman
- Current challenges in pressure injury prevention, emphasizing the impact on patient outcomes, hospital stay, and costs.
- Importance of Early Detection: Kathleen Vollman
- The concept of early tissue damage and the limitations of current visual and tactile assessment methods.Kathleen Vollman
- Introduction to Sub-Epidermal Moisture (SEM) as an indicator of inflammation and early tissue damage before skin breakdown.Kathleen Vollman

Risk Assessment of Pressure Injuries Ruth Bryant
- Traditional Risk Assessment Tools:
- Review of clinical scales (e.g., Braden, Norton).
- Strengths and limitations of these tools in predicting pressure injuries.
- Factors influencing pressure injury risk:
- Intrinsic factors (mobility, incontinence, nutrition, age, etc.).
- Extrinsic factors (pressure, shear, friction, moisture).
- The Role of SEM Detection in Risk Assessment:
- Explanation of how SEM detection provides an additional layer of information for early tissue damage detection.
- Evidence-based discussion on SEM’s predictive validity for pressure injury development.

Demonstration: SEM Detection Device Ruth Bryant
- Device Introduction:
- Overview of SEM detection technology: what it measures, how it works, and its place in clinical decision-making.
- Discussion of the device's accuracy, sensitivity, and clinical studies validating its effectiveness in early detection.
- Live Demonstration:
- Step-by-step guide to using the SEM device on a mannequin or volunteer.
- Demonstrate how to interpret results and how they can inform clinical interventions (e.g., repositioning, surface selection).
- Q&A on Device Use:
- Open session for audience questions regarding the device, practical considerations, and integration into existing workflows.

Head-to-Toe Pressure Injury Assessment Ann Marie Nie
- Manual Assessment Techniques:
- Step-by-step walkthrough of a comprehensive head-to-toe pressure injury assessment, focusing on high-risk areas (e.g., heels, sacrum, elbows, back of the head).
- Use of palpation, inspection, and clinical judgment in conjunction with SEM data.
- Integrating SEM Device in Assessments:
- Demonstrate how to combine traditional assessment methods with SEM readings to enhance accuracy.
- Practical tips for incorporating SEM results into patient care plans, especially for at-risk populations.

Implementation & Practical Considerations Ann Marie Nie
- Integrating SEM Devices into Clinical Workflows:
- Discuss how SEM devices can be used in conjunction with current risk assessment protocols.
- Address practical implementation strategies, including staff training, documentation, and monitoring outcomes.
- Cost-Benefit Analysis:
- Overview of the potential cost savings associated with reducing pressure injury incidence.
- Highlighting the impact on patient care and quality metrics in a hospital setting.

Q&A and Closing Remarks (5 mins) Dr Shamsian
- Summary of key points and takeaways.
- Open floor for additional questions from the audience.


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