Slide Presentation from the AHRQ 2007 Annual Conference

Research Based Foundation

National Pressure Ulcer Long-term Care Study<

(NPULS), 1996-1997

• 6 long-term care provider organizations
• 109 facilities; 2,490 residents
• 1,343 residents with pressure ulcer; 1,147 at risk
• 70% female; Average age = 79.8 years

Funded by Ross Products Division, Abbott Laboratories