The conference, which began with a moment of silence and the Turkish National Anthem, featured opening remarks by Asst. Prof. Yüksel BARUT and Asst. Prof. Neşe KISKAÇ. The event featured presentations by Asst. Prof. H. Banu KATRAN, a member of the Board of Directors of the Turkish Intensive Care Nurses Association and a faculty member in the Department of Surgical Nursing at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Marmara University, and Dr. Ebru KIRANER, the President of the Turkish Intensive Care Nurses Association.
During the event, Asst. Prof. H. Banu KATRAN provided students with current information on the definition, pathophysiology, staging, and risk assessment of pressure injuries. After that, Dr. Ebru KIRANER delivered detailed presentations on evidence-based approaches to preventing pressure injuries and pressure injuries associated with medical devices/tools.
During the event, students were informed about the importance and effects of pressure injuries in intensive care, including the negative impacts on patients and how they can be prevented. Detailed information was provided to students on how pressure injuries are defined, the different stages of pressure injuries, and how each stage should be treated. Asst. Prof. H. Banu KATRAN and Dr. Ebru KIRANER shared their experiences and guided students through example cases, providing insights into the management of pressure injuries.
The event aimed to assist students in translating their theoretical knowledge into practice and to enhance their competency in clinical settings, enabling them to provide more proficient services. Asst. Prof. H. Banu KATRAN and Dr. Ebru KIRANER's knowledge and experiences provided students with valuable perspectives and offered an opportunity for them to approach intensive care with greater awareness when they begin their careers.
