August 19, 2019
Ever wonder where clinicians come up with some of the treatments we unfortunately see in wound care today? Let’s dissect some "inappropriate" treatments to understand what the rationale may have been and discuss why common sense, logic and scientific evidence doesn’t support them as proper wound care.
August 12, 2019
This online skin and wound management course will ensure wound care experts gain the knowledge and credentials to boost their new wound care skills.
August 5, 2019
In an Arizona case, a court determined if a wound care nurse expert witness could testify to the cause of a wound sustained by the plaintiff (patient).
July 23, 2019
Study reveals long-term care facilities that employ wound care certified (WCC) nurses reduce their overall high-risk pressure injury rates.
July 18, 2019
Learn how to evaluate the reliability of wound healing research and studies by using the acronym FIRST before implementing evidence-based practices.
July 16, 2019
Accurate, complete and defensive documentation is essential in all areas of practice, and wound care nursing is no exception. Find out how written discharge instructions protected these clinicians.
July 9, 2019
You must speak up about a wound care order that contradicts your knowledge and training to protect your license, reputation and financial well-being.
June 25, 2019
Increasing the number of clinicians who provide ostomy care is a key goal for Hooper, so she seeks to raise visibility of the specialty.
June 20, 2019
Among the many valid reasons for seeking wound care certification is the increase in your credibility with colleagues and patients.
June 13, 2019
Bill Richlen, PT, WCC, DWC, a physical therapy wound care expert, is among students' favorite WCEI instructors because of his energentic teaching style.