What Does Infection Control and Prevention Mean in Wound Care?
April 2, 2024
Infection can severely impact healing and a patient's life. Learn the steps to effective infection control and prevention in wound care.
The Essential Role of Wound Irrigation
October 24, 2023
Wound irrigation helps wounds heal effectively and reduces the risk of infection. Explore how this practice is essential to wound management.
Hand Hygiene Tips for Providing Wound Care in Challenging Settings
September 16, 2020
Hand hygiene is nothing new in healthcare. It has become increasingly important throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. As a wound care nurse, you know hand hygiene is essential in preventing infections when providing patient care. If you provide care outside of the traditional clinical settings, such as a hospital or a wound care clinic, you know how […]
PPE: How to Reduce Your Chance of Pressure Injuries During COVID-19
June 3, 2020
Healthcare workers must follow strict PPE guidelines to prevent side effects, such as pressure injuries, from the items meant to keep them protected.
COVID-19 Pandemic: The Potential Impact on Wound Care
April 7, 2020
As wound care clinicians, you need to think how COVID-19 will impact care for your patients in hospitals, nursing homes and at home.