Under Pressure

OBJECTIVES

1.List 4 common areas for pressure injuries

2. Name the 6 classifications of pressure injuries

3. Describe 3 current practices to assist with the prevention or treatment of pressure injuries

Pressure injuries are mostly preventable, so why are we still seeing such high rates around the world? Do we as clinicians understand enough to help educate ourselves and our clients on best practice for prevention of pressure injuries? This session will begin with a discussion on pressure itself, where does it come from and how does it work on the body? Then, we will look at the common areas for pressure injuries and a brief overview of pressure injury staging. Once we understand the aetiology, then we will consider current evidence-based best practice including equipment selection. We will conclude the session with the available resources and how to get involved in the interdisciplinary process for the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries

What you need to know:

Lunch is provided

FREE to therapists to attend

3.5 hours awarded for CPD

All attendees will receive a certificate and summary hand out

Clinical Services Specialist

Roseanna Tegel joined Permobil in May 2023 as a Clinical Services Specialist. She graduated from Western Sydney University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Occupational Therapy and received the Prize in Undergraduate Occupational Therapy for Overall Achievement and the Cerebral Palsy Alliance scholarship. Roseanna began working at residential aged care facilities where her understanding of the need for suitable, person-centred equipment commenced. From there, she transitioned to work in community disability and quickly developed an interest for complex seating and mobility outcomes to benefit both the end user and wider network. She then stepped into a Team Leader role due to her passion for learning and best practice; supporting the Occupational Therapists with their own clinical needs and outcomes, and progressed to also provide external supervision to Occupational Therapists. Roseanna is motivated to support clinicians with their confidence and clinical reasoning allowing them to provide the best outcome for each individual user. Outside of work, Roseanna enjoys time with her dog, playing the 'cello, horse riding and aerial sports.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Therapy Partners, 201 Ron Penhaligon Way, Robina, Australia