Chrisyen Damanik

Pressure Ulcer is one of the most problems in patients with bed rest. Reposition and skin care are deterrent against the incidence of pressure ulcer. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of sesame oil for the prevention of pressure ulcer in patients with bed rest undergoing hospitalization. Method: This study used a randomized controlled trial design. Forty samples were divided groups: control and intervention groups. This study was analysed using Chi Square. Results: The results showed that there was a significant difference between two group (p=0,04). Conclusions: Skin care with sesame oil can prevention of pressure ulcers. These results recommended that sesame oil can be used for nursing intervention for the prevention of pressure ulcers.