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Accountability and legal issues in tissue viability nursing

<p>Avoidable pressure ulcers are being increasingly used as an indicator of substandard care. Healthcare professionals may have to account for their actions when a pressure ulcer occurs. This article highlights accountability and legal issues that nurses may encounter when caring for patients with wounds and, in particular, pressure ulcers.</p>

Heidi Guy
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