3. Complications of Proning
Complications related to proning are dependent on the patient population. In trauma patients, the following complications are more frequently identified, however, all are preventable. With proper education and a confident group of practitioners the risk can be dramatically diminished.
• Complication: Pressure necrosis, particularly in the face and sacrum.
• Prevention: Utilization of pressure relievig devices on the face rest, frequent head turns, wound nurse consult when patient initiated into IPP.