Skin and Wound: Assessment and Management of Wound Infection
Course Description
Wound infection is identified on a continuum from wound bed contamination to systemic infection. Wound infection is a common complication for wound healing and can lead to the loss of tissue and limbs, and can even result in sepsis and death.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this module you will be able to:
• Identify local, spreading and systemic wound infections based on clinical signs and symptoms.
• Determine when a wound culture and susceptibility (C&S) is appropriate.
• Differentiate between the classifications of topical antiseptics/antimicrobials dressings.
• Identify populations at increased risk of wound infection, and options to manage this risk.
RNs, LPNs, RPNs, NPs, OTs, and PTs providing wound care. |
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| 20 minutes | |
| 22817 | |
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Contact Information
LEWIS, KERSTIN