Rintala found that patients with chronic pressure ulcers who adhered to skin care recommendations had a number of benefits that resulted in improved quality of life.
Improved lesions:
(1) prevention of new ulcers
(2) faster healing of ulcers
(3) fewer problems with cosmesis, less disfigurement
(4) fewer treatments at health care facilities
Pleasing others:
(1) pleasing health care provider
(2) pleasing family and friends
(3) pleasing God
Feeling better:
(1) feeling better physically
(2) peace of mind with less guilt
(3) satisfaction for doing the right thing
Independence
(1) less disability with increased participation in social activities
(2) able to work more and be more productive
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