The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether the application of soft foam dressings can reduce the occurrence of surgery-related pressure injuries among patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Specifically, this research aims to investigate differences in pressure injury outcomes before and after the intervention, and to assess the preventive effectiveness of soft foam dressings as an adjunctive skin-protection strategy.
Adults aged 18 years or older
Scheduled to undergo cardiac surgery under general anesthesia
Use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during surgery
Expected surgical duration greater than 4 hours
Surgical position other than supine
Long-term bedridden status prior to hospital admission
Altered consciousness or inability to cooperate
History of stroke with residual limb weakness
Shih,Wen-Chi
Lead sponsor
Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital
Sponsor institution