Is the Kennedy Terminal Ulcer Diagnosis Outdated?
November 27, 2019
Read about different schools of thought on the Kennedy terminal ulcer diagnosis from 1989 to today and how it might apply to your practice.
Retained Surgical Bodies Can Lead to Serious Wounds
November 19, 2019
A careful analysis of each clinician's conduct determined who left the gauze in the patient and who was legally liable for the retained surgical bodies.
Sharp Debridement: Cutting Through the Confusion
November 13, 2019
Let's cut through the confusion and offer a solid explanation of sharp debridement, which is a highly effective treatment for managing wounds.
Some Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries Are Unavoidable, Says Study
November 5, 2019
New study reveals sometimes even if everything is done right for a patient, hospital-acquired pressure injuries can still form.
Where to Find Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Photos and Videos
October 30, 2019
When treating patients with negative pressure wound therapy systems, the effective use of photographs can play an important part in providing optimum care.
Wound Photos Can Help Determine a Clinician’s Legal Liability
October 16, 2019
Find out how wound photos helped decide a case about improper administration of chemotherapy agents through an IV line that caused a wound.
The Truth about Wound Infection and Treatment
October 7, 2019
Clinicians sometimes assume systemic treatment is the right course of action for a wound infection that was diagnosed without verifying symptoms or tests.
Expert Advice on Complete Decongestive Therapy for Lymphedema
October 2, 2019
Healthcare professionals have many tools to help patients afflicted with lymphedema, which can lead to swollen limbs and pain.
PT Embraces Passion for Wound Care Teaching
September 24, 2019
WCEI instructor Scott Batie realized he loved wound care teaching, so he pursued a degree in physical therapy and became certified in wound care in 2005.
What Happens When Orders Don’t Meet Wound Care Standards
September 11, 2019
How to address the situation when a physician ignores the scientific evidence on effective treatments that form wound care standards.