Author: Susan Dieter MS, RN, CWS
Wound Assessments: Excoriation or Abrasion?
Both excoriation and abrasion are terms used for superficial partial-thickness wounds of the skin. Thorough assessment and correct…
An Overview of Surgical Glues, Sealants and Other Adhesives
What is the purpose of surgical glues or sealants? There are many medical grade glues, sealants or adhesives…
Battling a Rolled Wound Edge (or Epibole)
Why is it important to evaluate the wound edge? Evaluation of a wound edge is a key component…
Growth Factors, Chemokines and Cytokines
Wound healing and wound healing products often reference growth factors, chemokines, and cytokines, but what are they and…
Assessment and Management of Wound Drainage (Exudate)
What is wound exudate? The body produces fluid to an injured site for appropriate and timely healing as…
What is a Surgical Wound?
Sue Dieter MS, RN, CWS Surgical wounds are those created from a surgical procedure. They include both incisional…
The Importance of Accurate Wound Measurement
What are some new wound measurement techniques? Wounds are complex, and changes reflective of healing are more than…
Outpatient Joint Replacements: A Guide For Patients
Outpatient (or, “same-day”) ambulatory joint replacement surgeries — such as hip, knee, partial knee, or shoulder replacements —…
Pressure Ulcer/Injury Staging Classifications In Clinical Practice
What is a pressure injury? The National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) publishes evidence-based guidelines on the prevention…
Venous Leg Ulcers, the 4Ds and Expected Healing Outcomes
What is a venous leg ulcer? Venous leg ulcers are some of the most common lower extremity ulcers….
