Large-Scale Coordinated Prevention of Pressure Injuries in Public Hospitals: Review of a Statewide Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injury Prevention Program Over 15 Years in Australia
Summary: This landmark retrospective study evaluates a comprehensive statewide pressure injury prevention program in Queensland, Australia. Over 15 years, hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI) prevalence dropped significantly from 14% to 3%, with improvements across all key indicators through multifaceted strategies including policy, education, equipment, and data-driven focus areas.
Key Highlights:
- HAPI prevalence reduced from 14% to 3% over 15 years
- Large-scale, coordinated statewide program
- Multifaceted approach: policy, guidelines, equipment, education
- Demonstrates sustained success of system-wide prevention efforts
Keywords: pressure injury prevention program, statewide HAPI reduction, large scale pressure injury