Case Illustrates Importance of Clear Wound Care Delegation
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.
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Home Health Nurse Shares Wound Care Certification Journey
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.
Legal Issues Clinicians Should Know When Taking Wound Care Pictures
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.
Why Our 2019 Wild on Wounds Conference Will WOW You
March 28, 2019
Achieve clinical excellence in wound care at our Wild on Wounds (WOW) national wound conference Sept. 11-14, 2019, in Las Vegas.
5 Common Myths Debunked about Nutrition for Wound Healing
March 26, 2019
Nutrition for wound healing includes the right amount of calories, vitamins, minerals and nutrients to maintain skin integrity and promote healing.
Case Studies Confirm Effectiveness of Honey for Wound Care
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.
How to Earn Wound Care Certification and Why You Should
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? […]
Wound Care Specialist Has Legal Concerns When Asked about Clinical Issues ‘On the Fly’
March 6, 2019
A wound care specialist should be cautious about evaluating a patient’s wound care “on the fly" because it can lead to allegations against the clinician.
Educate Patients about Effects of Smoking on the Wound Healing Process
November 7, 2018
The effects of smoking on the wound healing process are well known, yet most practitioners fail to document any smoking cessation discussion or education.
Sacral Wounds and Diarrhea Don’t Mix
September 12, 2018
Frequent bouts of diarrhea make it difficult to care for wounds on the sacrum or coccyx, and healing often is impeded because of fecal contamination. Many patients, particularly those with mobility issues, have pressure injuries on the sacrum or coccyx. Frequent bouts of diarrhea make it difficult to care for these wounds, which affects healing. […]