Preventing Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries (MDRPI): Recognizing Risk, Taking Action, Protecting Skin Under Devices

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Preventing Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries (MDRPI): Recognizing Risk, Taking Action, Protecting Skin Under Devices

September 11, 2026

For wound care clinicians, this infographic offers a practical roadmap for catching Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries before they happen. It breaks down the risk factors clinicians juggle every shift, including device fit, patient vulnerability, and gaps in monitoring, and pairs them with clear, actionable steps for common situations like new devices, edema, catheters, and CPAP/BiPAP use. The SECURE mnemonic keeps assessment and documentation front of mind, not an afterthought. The payoff is earlier detection, more accurate staging, fewer missed injuries, and better protection against reimbursement denials tied to late-stage discovery, ultimately meaning safer skin and better outcomes for patients.