June 3, 2019
A reader submitted a question about a physician ordering her to crush two Flagyl tablets and sprinkle them onto a patient wound. The nurse knew this was not the correct way to administer the medication. However, she is concerned that since the physician ordered this method of administration that she is obligated to follow the […]
May 20, 2019
No one wants to face lawsuits for wound care. Find out how you can mitigate your legal risk and which actions can lead to allegations.
May 13, 2019
When wound care professionals decide on a school and course that leads to certification in a clinical specialty, it’s typically the result of a lot of thought. Alumni of our Wound Care Education Institute (WCEI) are no different. Most clinicians will tell you they weigh the cost of additional education and certification, against the benefits of undertaking […]
May 9, 2019
Scientists have created the first mobile skin bioprinting system, which allows bi-layered skin to be printed directly into a wound.
April 16, 2019
Lack of standardized, pervasive wound care training is why clinicians who work with wound patients may want to earn wound care certification.
April 12, 2019
A recent court case focuses on proper delegation of wound care for an ulcer that surgery was needed to completely heal. Find out who is liable.
April 10, 2019
With wound care certification under her belt, a home health nurse serves as a leader by sharing wound care knowledge with staff.
April 3, 2019
Taking wound care pictures is now common. Know the legal steps when photographing wounds and how they relate to your organization’s policies and procedures.
March 21, 2019
When durable medical equipment honey products are not available, OTC honey products should be considered as an alternative for honey for wound care.
March 12, 2019
Whether you’re new to wound care or have worked in the specialty for many years, clinicians who frequently encounter and treat wounds may ask themselves if earning a wound care certification is worth the time and effort. Will wound care certification expand your knowledge and skills while enhancing professional growth and providing more career opportunities? […]