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Measuring wounds

WebWhen measuring width: measure perpendicular to the length, using the widest width. place your ruler over the widest aspect of the wound and measure from 3 o’clock to 9 o’clock. …

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Creating high-performance interprofessional teams

WebCreating high-performance interprofessional teams. By Terry Eggenberger, PhD, RN, CNE, CNL; Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN; and Kathryn Keller, PhD, RN. Kate …

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Translating the language of health care

WebTranslating the language of health care. By Catherine E. Chung, PhD, RN, CNE, WCC. As a wound care clinician, you teach patients about medications, wound treatments, the …

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How to write effective wound care orders

WebLoosely fill undermined area and dead space with 3 fluffed, saline-moistened 4 × 4 gauze dressings. Cover with 6 × 6 composite dressing every day and p.r.n. if loose or soiled × …

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How to apply silver nitrate

WebPrecautions • Silver nitrate is very caustic to skin and clothing. Wear protective equipment as needed. • Excess silver nitrate can be neutralized with 0.9% or stronger saline and then …

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Developing a successful program for wound care in the home

WebDeveloping a successful program for wound care in the home. By Stanley A. Rynkiewicz III, MSN, RN, WCC, DWC, CCS. Developing a successful wound care program requires a …

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Study shows link between prophylactic dressing use and reduction …

WebThe study used billing claims data to evaluate the real-world effectiveness of a prophylactic dressing at reducing hospital-acquired pressure injury rates in 1.03 million patients …

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Wound Photography – How it Benefits Clinical Documentation

WebThe photos show both how an injury occurred and how it is healing. The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) also supports photography as a more accurate means for …

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Ostomy documentation tips

WebDescribe the color (red, beefy red, pink, pale pink, purple, blue, black) and shape (round, oval, budded). Note the height: • flush—at skin level. • prolapsed—telescoped out from …

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Helping patients overcome ostomy challenges

WebTo help patients regain a sense of control, clinicians must address body image with them and provide education. The following interventions can help the patient focus on the …

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