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How To Diminish Post Surgical Scars
Why do surgical wounds scar? After surgery, the goal for the care of the surgical incision site is…
Wound Assessments: Excoriation or Abrasion?
Both excoriation and abrasion are terms used for superficial partial-thickness wounds of the skin. Thorough assessment and correct…
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….
Impact of Obesity on Skin Integrity and Wound Healing
What is obesity? Obesity is defined as a body mass index of greater than 30 kg/m2 and morbid…
Understanding and Treating Moisture-Associated Skin Damage
Why is moisture balance in skin and wound management important? Moisture balance is a key component to healthy…
