Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) is proud to join the worldwide movement to stop pressure injuries by marking Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day on November 21, 2024. This global initiative emphasizes the importance of public awareness and education in preventing pressure injuries, also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores, which affect millions each year and significantly impact patient quality of life.
In collaboration with the Canadian Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (CPIAP), an Official Interest Group of NSWOCC, we invite healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the public to participate online in the Canadian Pressure Injury Summit: “A Nation Under Pressure”.
Taking place on Monday, November 18, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET, this free event will bring together federal and provincial decision-makers, healthcare leaders, and interdisciplinary experts to discuss actionable solutions for Canada’s growing pressure injury concerns.
It’s important to acknowledge the essential role of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (NSWOCs) and Skin Wellness Associate Nurses (SWANs) in preventing and managing pressure injuries.
NSWOC and SWAN Expertise in Pressure Injury Prevention: NSWOCs and SWANs are uniquely equipped to make a profound impact on pressure injury care:
NSWOC Role: With their specialized training, NSWOCs provide high-quality, evidence-based care that reduces hospital-acquired conditions and supports better patient outcomes, shorter hospital stays, and lower healthcare costs. Their expertise is vital in advocating for and delivering personalized care, which is a crucial factor in preventing and managing pressure injuries across all healthcare settings. For more information about the NSWOC Power of 3, visit www.nswoc.ca/powerof3
SWAN Role: Under the direction of an NSWOC, SWANs deliver individualized patient education on preventing pressure injuries, skin tears, diabetic foot ulcers, and wound management. They assess patients’ pressure injury risk and develop personalized care plans based on patient history, wound classification, and risk factors such as mobility, positioning, and previous skin breakdown. For more information about the SWAN role, visit https://www.wocinstitute.ca/swan-links.
Together, we aim to improve healthcare & patient outcomes and alleviate the cost burdens associated with pressure injuries, ensuring quality, sustainable care across Canada.
As the prevalence of pressure injuries remains at a concerningly high in Canadian healthcare settings, this Summit aims to rally nationwide support and identify strategies to reduce the occurrence of preventable injuries.
Register for the Summit at https://www.cpiap.com/summit and join us as we work together to STOP Pressure Injuries.
For more information, visit www.nswoc.ca or contact office@nswoc.ca.