All About Pressure Injuries

In this episode of the RD Exam Made Easy Podcast, you'll learn all about pressure injuries. Pressure injuries are extremely costly to people's health. Because of that, health care facilities put a lot of time and effort into protocols and practices to prevent skin breakdown. These are often referred to as "never events".

I also give an important message about fear while sharing an incredibly powerful story told by the one and only Pema Chödrön. It helped me during a very difficult time of my life and I hope it will help you too.

This is what you'll learn in this episode:

A quick overview of the stages of pressure injuries - along with the correct terminology for pressure injuries and how it's progressed over the years
The impact pressure injuries have on people's health
The MNT for pressure injuries including macronutrients and micronutrients

And I give 2 shout outs this week because 2 more amazing RD's just joined this fabulous community! If you want a shout out on the podcast when you pass the exam, send me a message on instagram @jananichollrd so I can celebrate your incredible win. If you want to celebrate privately, that's ok too. I love hearing your stories and want to hear about your journey too.

Here's a glance at this episode:

[04:50] A heartfelt message about fear and an incredible story Pema Chodron shared that had a profound impact on me

[09:16] The impact of pressure injuries on people's health

[10:55] Risk factors for developing pressure injuries

[14:15] The MNT for pressure injuries starting with calorie needs

[16:50] The importance of protein in healing pressure injuries

[19:35] A review of the important micronutrients needed for wound healing

[22:39] I share a personal story about how readiness for change in the presence of health conditions impacts the course of someone's life

Episode Transcript