As we have seen, the TIME mnemonic can be used to capture the fundamental principles of wound bed preparation.1,2 Become a professional at appropriate dressing selection for the different stages of wound healing within the TIME trick. As no single wound dressing is suitable for all wound types or healing stages, wounds should be assessed…
Moisture balance in the wound bed is essential to wound healing. The body produces exudate as a response to tissue injury, and the amount of exudate is dependent upon the pressure gradient within the tissue itself. Wounds must be moist enough to promote cell growth and proliferation, as well as support the removal of dead…
The specific type of tissue present in the wound bed has a definite impact on healing. Tissue that is nonviable can delay healing and must be removed in order to allow healing to resume. It is important to make note of and document the type of tissue present in the wound when examining the wound…
We’ve known for a long time that careful preparation of the wound bed prior to dressing application is crucial to wound healing. In fact, many of the dressings currently in use in today’s market depend on the clinician’s attention to wound bed preparation in order to effectively do their job. In addition to management of…
It can be argued that wound bed preparation is the one concept that has had the greatest impact on wound management practices over recent years. Wound bed preparation relies on a holistic view of a chronic wound in order to identify barriers to healing. The fundamental principles of wound bed preparation can be captured in…
Welcome to the first in a new series on wound bed preparation; a subject that we will consider from different angles over the coming weeks. The term ‘wound bed preparation’ is now common in wound management, but it is worth taking a few moments to go back to basics and reconsider exactly what we mean…
The pandemic has escalated the need for additional health care options, forcing a new revolution in patient care delivery. With recent world events, the adoption of telemedicine for wound care has quickly risen. Telemedicine is alternatively referred to as teleconsulting, telehealth, virtual visits, or TM. While we say ‘revolution in patient care delivery’, telemedicine for…
America’s medical providers deliver the best care possible and are trusted sources of health information for their patients and the community. With the unprecedented spread of COVID-19, medical facilities must use proper sanitization measures and work creatively to contain the virus. Below are helpful tips to help keep patients and staff safe, and empower patients…
Debridement is the removal of foreign material, devitalized tissue, or contaminated tissue from the wound bed. Debridement is an important procedure that greatly affects how a wound will heal. Necrotizing tissue has a negative effect on wound healing. Removal by medical intervention is often necessary. Many wound dressings provide sufficient debridement without further intervention. Wound…
Whether you are aiming for wound care certification or just want to learn more about wound care, our online wound care training courses can help you advance your skills – all on your own time! Aside from becoming certified, many healthcare professionals use our online wound care training courses to brush up on their skills,…
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