June 12, 2018
A comprehensive skin assessment should look for more than just wounds because many medical problems have telltale signs that are easy to see if you know what to look for. POA. These three little letters have become very important in wound care because we must document any wounds present on admission (POA). By doing so, […]
March 10, 2018
Wound pain is sometimes difficult to quantify, but if a patient complains of pain, this requires effective and timely pain management. In the midst of the war on narcotics, that might mean looking for alternative pain management techniques and learning new approaches. Several months ago, I was attacked by the most venomous scorpion in North […]
February 23, 2018
You’ve probably heard that it’s important to keep wounds moist and warm, But what’s the optimal temperature for healing a wound, and how do you maintain it? Read on for details. When moisture evaporates from a surface, the surface cools. Sweat operates by this principle. So, unfortunately, do wounds. Whenever a wound loses moisture, the […]
November 20, 2017
When V.A.C. VERAFLO™ Therapy has made a difference in my clinical practice For some of us, V.A.C.® Therapy has been a mainstay for decades. But even as some of the most experienced clinicians, we know that sometimes we just need something else–something—more? What do we do when patients who have been on V.A.C.® Therapy for a […]
September 22, 2017
Should you consider using negative pressure wound therapy with instillation and dwell (NPWTi-d) on every wound ALWAYS? An experienced wound nurse discusses some contraindications. I am a huge proponent of V.A.C. VERAFLO™ Therapy, but I would NEVER endorse that you should ALWAYS use V.A.C. VERAFLO™ Therapy to treat a wound. There are only a handful […]
September 15, 2017
What does it take to get WCC® recertified? A little preparation goes a long way – here’s what you need to know. Earning your Wound Care Certified® (WCC®) credential is one of the best feelings in the world. Once the exam is behind you (what a relief!), you can take all that new knowledge […]
August 29, 2017
Why and when to consider using something more than traditional negative pressure wound therapy. iPhone® just celebrated its tenth year and is on its 7th generation of phone. Just like any other technology, wound care dressings continue to evolve to meet the clinician and patient needs. V.A.C.® Dressings have continued to grow and adapt. I […]
August 18, 2017
It’s time to make your wound consulting business a reality. Here’s what you need to know. So, you’ve been thinking about starting that wound care business you’ve always dreamed about. What’s next? First, start by taking a look at Wound Consulting Business: Do You Have What It Takes?, to see what factors you should consider before […]
August 11, 2017
Patients often sue for reasons that have nothing to do with the quality of the medical care rendered, but rather for the human care that is perceived as lacking. The last few weeks were very difficult for my family and friends in the medical sense. I had one family member in an intensive care unit […]
July 28, 2017
Thinking about starting your own wound care business or becoming a wound consultant? Here’s what you need to know. (Editor’s note: this is Part One of a two-part series on starting your own wound consulting business. Part Two will explore how to get started.) Being a wound consultant is a dream for so many clinicians. […]