The article under review is “Evidence-based prevention of pressure ulcers in the intensive care unit” by Karen L. Cooper. The article was published by the Critical Care Nurse, volume 33 in issue number 6 of 2013. The issues of pressure ulcers as discussed in the article isexpensive to treat, and the challenge has even escalated, with Medicaid and Medicare organizations withdrawing their coverage for hospital-acquired pressure ulcers. A range of 10-40% incidence of pressure ulcers in ICUs as shown by current research is a current issue of great concern in nursing care.

Additionally, the issue of pressure ulcers is important to nursing because of the way it affects patient outcomes. Cases have been documented where the period of patient stay in hospital doubled as a result of a patient developing pressure ulcers. Considering the costs of treating a pressure ulcer in terms of money and the time needed, there is a need to focus on this issue as an issue of major concern in the field of nursing. In essence, considering the emphasis of the article on preventive measures, it is important that all nurses and other healthcare staff focus on preventing pressure ulcers. Also, considering the effects of pressure ulcer on disease progression and nosocomial infections through a compromised skin integrity, it is advisable that this subject be given the attention it deserves.

There is a lot of potential to change the current practice regarding pressure ulcers. The government and other stakeholders in the health sector should realize that there are a lot of loses associated with the development of pressure ulcers. In lieu of this, some strategies can be instituted to enhance the potential to change in current practices. Firstly, the nurses needs to invest heavily in research that is directed towards pressure ulcers. The research should be evidence-based. I find myself faulting such an article as is under discussion because, even though the title is about evidence-based prevention of pressure ulcers, the content is more about providing information rather than reporting on evidence-based research. Evidence-based strategies of prevention will enhance effective prevention of pressure ulcers.

Emphasizing preventive measures is also a strategy for enhancing potential for pressure ulcer prevention. The stakeholders in the health sector need to come out and clear strategies on how to feed every health staff on the need to prevent pressure ulcers. In addition, they should show them how best to prevent pressure ulcers as supported by evidence-based research. The government, on its part, should provide enough money for such campaigns. Overall, a culture of preventing pressure ulcers needs to be sustained in health institutions, be they public or private.

In conclusion, the article references a current nursing intervention occurring in clinical practice. The issue of pressure ulcers needs to be taken seriously, and preventive measures be emphasized. Such measures will encourage a culture of preventing pressure ulcers, saving the nation heavily in terms of money and time.