The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel redefined the definition of pressure injuries during the NPUAP 2016 Staging Consensus Conference. The updated staging definitions were presented at a meeting of over 400 professionals. Dr. Mikel Gray from the University of Virginia guided the Staging Task Force and conference participants to an agreement on the updated definitions…
Why Should You Become Wound Care Certified? Wound care certification demonstrates a distinct and specialized knowledge in wound management, thereby promoting quality of care for persons with wounds. Becoming a certified wound care practitioner will help you: Elevate your status as a specialist in wound care Become recognized as a healthcare professional with specialized knowledge…
Venous insufficiency is a common condition which results in edema due to elevated pressure within the capillary beds, as well as distention of the capillary beds. Venous insufficiency is often improved in the morning when the patient has been laying down all night, and worsens when the patient is up and the affected limb(s) are…
Anatomy of the Skin A good understanding of skin anatomy is necessary to be able to evaluate wound depth and the extent of damage to the tissues, as well as in the assessment of wound healing. How much do you remember (or how much have you forgotten!) about the anatomy of the skin? The skin…
Lymphedema can be defined as swelling of one or more limbs which may also include a portion of the corresponding trunk. Lymphedema can also affect the breast, head, neck or genitalia. It occurs when fluid and other components such as protein accumulate in the tissue spaces as a result of a disparity between the creation…
Malignant Melanoma Malignant melanoma is a rapidly progressing, metastatic form of cancer involving the melanocytes. Early recognition of the tumor is essential because the patient’s chance of survival is increased with early treatment. Malignant melanomas differ in shape and size, and they can appear anywhere on the body. They present with irregular borders, uneven surfaces, and…
In the previous article “Anatomy of the Skin” we discussed an overview of the skin and the epidermis. In this article we will focus on the dermis, subcutaneous tissue and deeper layers. The Dermis Although the dermis has fewer layers that are much less well defined, it is equally important. The dermis is quite elastic…
Prevention of Pressure Ulcers due to Incontinence Must Be a Priority Incontinence is a common risk factor for pressure ulcers. If you have worked in aged care or with elderly patients, you will know this to be true. Wet, moist skin can lead to rapid skin breakdown and the development of a pressure ulcer. There…
Diabetic foot problems, including ulcerations, infections, and gangrene, are the most common grounds for hospitalization among diabetic patients. In particular, foot ulceration affects between 15 and 25 percent of patients with diabetes mellitus during their lifetime. 1Diabetic foot ulcers are notoriously difficult to heal, and may take weeks or months to close, even if treated promptly…
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