The Great Divide: Is It IAD or Pressure Injury?

Pressure injuries and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) often present with similar clinical features, making accurate assessment essential for appropriate treatment, documentation, and quality reporting. This session will challenge participants to differentiate pressure injury from IAD by applying evidence-based assessment techniques, evaluating common diagnostic pitfalls, and interpreting real-world clinical presentations. Participants will leave with practical strategies to improve diagnostic accuracy, strengthen documentation, and support timely, appropriate interventions across diverse patient care settings.