5.3.20 Report on pressure ulcers Estimated reading: 1 minute 182 views Authors Goal and purpose A pressure ulcer is always an undesirable event that can result in lengthy treatment for the patient. The treating institution is almost always assumed to be at fault. The pressure ulcer must be analysed as an individual event. A root cause analysis and appropriate corrective measures must be initiated. Application Description of the process Risks Resources Material Time required Documentation Responsibility and qualification Notes and comments Applicable documents Validation documents Terms Attachments 5.3 Dealing with risks and opportunities - Previous 5.3.19 Report on fall Next - 5.3 Dealing with risks and opportunities 5.3.21 Report on individual events: Material damage