Riesgo de aparición y prevalencia de lesión por presión en atención primaria

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the risk of occurrence and the prevalence of pressure ulcer in bedridden people attended by primary care teams. Method: this is a cross-sectional study, with 79 participants bedridden and included in the Family Health Strategy program. The data were collected through a semi-structured interview with the risk of occurrence of pressure ulcer estimated through the application of the Braden Scale. Results: it was verified that the clinical condition of the users who needed home care supposes a significant risk factor for the development of ulcer due to pressure or aggravation of these lesions, especially in the elderly. The presence of pressure injury was evidenced in 15.1%. Conclusion: the study highlights the high risk for the development of ulcer by pressure in the population of the municipality.