Goals for individuals with pressure ulcers or diabetic foot ulcers should be determined in conjunction with the client/caregiver, and should be specific to the individual. Goals that are set should be time-sensitive, easily measured, and achievable by the nutrition intervention. Both short-term and long-term goals may be set. Examples of short- and long-term goals include:
Individuals at Risk of Developing Pressure Ulcers or at Increased Nutritional Risk: