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Research-based Best Practices Nursing Home Study (NPULS) 1996-1997
- 6 long-term care provider organizations
- 109 facilities
- 2,490 residents studied
- 1,343 residents with pressure ulcer; 1,147 at risk
- 70% female, 30% male
- Average age = 79.8 years
- Funded by Ross Products Division, Abbott Laboratories
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