Risk factors for oral mucosal pressure injury associated with endotracheal tubes in intensive care unit patients: A single‐centre longitudinal study with brief follow‐up
As ICU patients are particularly vulnerable to mucosal membrane PIs, recognizing the associated risk factors is crucial for early detection and prevention. This study highlights the specific risk factors for oral mucosal PIs, equipping nurses with the knowledge to develop targeted interventions to prevent these injuries.
Authors
- Ecem Özdemir (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7226-3430)
- Oznur Kavakli (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7590-2311)
Institutions
- Ankara University (TR)
- Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Nursing in Critical Care
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/nicc.70009
- Citations
- 9
- Primary Topic
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 51.95