The Prairies are not the only region of the country losing wildlife. At last count, there were 340 species of plants and wildlife in Canada, including 41 in Alberta, that are either vulnerable, threatened or endangered. Twenty seven of those are either extinct or extirpated (no longer found in this country).
Approach Considerations. Once a pressure injury (pressure ulcer) has developed, immediate treatment is required.Commonly used treatments over the years have included innovative mattresses, ointments, creams, solutions, dressings, ultrasonography, ultraviolet heat lamps, sugar, and surgery.
The EPUAP and NPUAP welcome the use and adaptation of the guidelines at a national. and local level. However, we request citation as to the source, using the following. format: European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel and National Pressure Ulcer Advisory. Panel. Treatment of pressure ulcers: Quick Reference Guide.