Mobility & Pressure Area Monitoring
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What is this service?
Mobility & Pressure Area Monitoring provides nursing support for individuals with reduced mobility who may be at risk of pressure-related injuries.
Who needs it?
It may support:
- Bedbound patients
- Wheelchair users
- Older adults with limited mobility
- Patients recovering from serious illness or surgery
What does the nurse do?
The nurse may:
- Monitor mobility
- Assess pressure-risk areas
- Support repositioning
- Monitor skin condition
- Recommend appropriate preventive measures
- Escalate concerning changes
When should I book this service?
Book when reduced mobility creates a need for ongoing monitoring or pressure-injury prevention.
What should I prepare before the visit?
Prepare:
- Mobility information
- Existing pressure-area care plan
- Mobility aids
- Pressure-relieving equipment
- Relevant medical records