Wound assessment and dressing selection

The treatment of acute and chronic wounds has evolved into a highly specialized arena. Therefore, educating healthcare professionals on the appropriateness of dressings and the principles that govern their use has become a major concern. This manuscript discusses wound assessment and its relationshi...

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Published inOstomy/wound management Vol. 41; no. 7A Suppl; p. 7S
Main Author Baranoski, S
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.1995
Subjects
Bandages
Decision Trees
Humans
Nursing Assessment
Nursing Records
Patient Selection
Wounds and Injuries - nursing
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Summary:The treatment of acute and chronic wounds has evolved into a highly specialized arena. Therefore, educating healthcare professionals on the appropriateness of dressings and the principles that govern their use has become a major concern. This manuscript discusses wound assessment and its relationship to dressing selection. Use of the principles of wound care, assessment parameters and dressing options should be a part of all healthcare endeavors when choosing the right dressing for the right wound.
ISSN:0889-5899