Hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) result in patient harm, discomfort, and even death, with an estimated 2.5 million HAPIs occurring annually in the United States.

Feb 1, 2021 · Conclusion Poor clinical outcomes for patients and a substantial financial burden for U.S. hospitals are the concerns related to HAPIs. Hospital leaders should evaluate the costs associated …

Jan 2, 2024 · This incidence rate is calculated based on all identified HAPIs assessed and verified by a wound care nurse. GFH identified HAPI reduction as a priority because PIs staged at 2 or greater …

Sep 1, 2019 · To determine the proportion of HAPIs among patients in critical and progressive care units that are unavoidable, and to identify risk factors that differentiate avoidable from unavoidable HAPIs.

Jul 17, 2023 · And even with the knowledge of the importance of pressure injury prevention, HAPIs affect more than 2.5 million Americans each year. HAPIs are not only detrimental to the health of the …

Jan 31, 2022 · As a result of increased staff education, personnel will be better able to detect and document POA pressure injuries and thus reduce the likelihood that these injuries will be wrongly …

injuries are both preventable and considered a key indicator of quality nursing care. Despite exten ive awareness campaigns and the implementation of guidelines, HAPIs remain prevalent. They are …

Jul 21, 2025 · Critically ill patients are uniquely susceptible to hospital acquired pressure injuries (often shortened to HAPIs), which create unhappy realities for patients, bedside care providers, and …

HAPI incidence. Lastly, we saw a 20% reduction in HAPIs on the participating critical care units follow-ing implementation of the HAPI prevention bundle, with a year-over-year reduction in five out of 10 …

Jun 3, 2025 · Hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) affect patient outcomes, hospital ratings, and operational costs. HAPIs are largely preventable, and there are several actionable strategies that …