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Skin Observation Care Plan Protocol

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Summary
Washington has developed protocols in some high risk areas, such as skin breakdown. Protocols are automatically triggered when certain characteristics are identified in the assessment (a pressure sore or history of pressure sore, incontinence with cognitive impairment, etc.). The protocols dictates referral and recommendations for caregiver follow up.
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Washington
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Keywords
skin breakdown; risk assessment; planning tools and products; CARE; Comprehensive Assessment Reporting Evaluation

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Terry
Rupp
Program Manager for Case Management
Aging & Disabilities Service Administration
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