ABSTRACT
Objective:
To report adjuvant laser therapy treatament in a pressure injury patient after COVID-19.
Method:
A case report carried out at the ambulatory of a universitary hospital in southern Brazil.
Results:
The nursing diagnosis of pressure injury was primarily listed. The result Wound Healing: secondary intention was used, as well as four clinical indicators: granulation, decreased wound size, scar formation and exudate were evaluated. Nursing interventions were implemented which led to a satisfactory evolution of the case.
Conclusion:
Using laser therapy and the results evaluation and indicators in the follow up of a patient with pressure injury due to COVID-19 showed up as an accurate tool to clinical practice, improving patient safety and quality care.
Keywords:
Nursing process; Pressure ulcer; Coronavirus infections; Standardized nursing terminology