ebooks
by Eve Glicksman
Length:6 pages
Edition:2
Language:English
Publisher: Quickstudy Reference Guides
Publication Date: 2020-11-01
ISBN-10:1423246268
ISBN-13:0654614046260
Description
Essential reference guide to acute and chronic wounds for use by home health care nurses, patients and their caregivers, designed for quick access and review with just the facts you need whether you are a trained nurse or a family member caring for a loved one. This 6 page laminated guide covers home care for different wound types with best practices to facilitate wound healing, avoid infections, and reduce complications and hospital visits. Includes coverage of more advanced wound care options available in clinical settings so patients and caregivers know what steps can be taken if more advanced treatment is needed. Used by home health care companies as a reference for their homecare workers, this inexpensive tool is great for support.
6 page laminated guide includes:
Wound Types
Accessing the Wound
General Wound Care
Care for Specific Wound Types
Lacerations
Abrasions
Incisions
Pressure Injuries
Venous Ulcers
Arterial Ulcers
Diabetic Ulcers
Punctures
Burns
Wound Healing Stages
Minimizing Scars
Infection
Chronic Wounds
Adjunct Treatments
Self Care
Glossary
