Course

Pressure injury prevention after stroke — turning schedule + skin checks (Advanced)

Advanced course on pressure injury prevention: turning schedule, skin checks, moisture management, nutrition/hydration basics, and when to escalate for wounds/infection

Recovery & RehabCaregiver, Clinician, SurvivorAdvanced20 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Use a turning/repositioning routine when mobility is limited
  • Perform simple daily skin checks and spot early warning signs
  • Reduce risk with moisture, cushioning, and nutrition basics
  • Know when to seek urgent help for infection or worsening wounds

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

0 of 3 answered

Question 1

1. Early redness that does not blanch can be an early pressure injury sign.

Question 2

2. A prevention step is…

Question 3

3. A red flag is…