Wound Care

Readers can quickly find a review of the fundamentals of wound care and prevention, assessment and documentation tips, and the latest techniques and products available. Updated information on products in all categories, including collagen and specialty absorptive dressings and wound fillers, plus photos of commonly used products.

Consultants

iv

(1)

Preface

v

I. WOUND CARE AND PREVENTION

2

(66)

1. Fundamentals of wound healing

2

(11)

2. Wound assessment and documentation

13

(17)

3. Wound care and procedures

30

(16)

4. Pressure ulcer prevention and treatment

46

(22)

II. WOUND CARE PRODUCTS

68

(302)

Overview

68

(6)

Product categories

74

(296)

APPENDICES

370

(12)

A: Braden scale

370

(4)

B: Wagner ulcer grade classification

374

(1)

C: Treatment guidelines for diabetic ulcers

375

(1)

D: Treatment algorithm for diabetic ulcers

376

(1)

E: Treatment guidelines for arterial ulcers

377

(1)

F: Treatment algorithm for venous ulcers

378

(1)

G: Skin and wound cleansers

379

(1)

H: Skin sealants, tapes, and securing wraps

380

(2)

Manufacturer Resource Guide

382

(3)

Selected References

385

(2)

Index

387

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