This course provides a comprehensive overview of wound care, focusing on the characteristics and treatment approaches for various types of wounds, including surgical wounds, burns, arterial and venous ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and pressure injuries.
Learning Outcomes
Following this course, students will evidence increased knowledge by demonstrating:
- Thorough wound assessments Identification of infection signs and symptoms
- Accurate documentation of wound characteristics
- Safe practice for all aspects of wound management
The course also covers pressure injury prevention and staging, including the assessment of darkly pigmented skin. Hands-on practice will be provided for wound cleansing, dressing selection, and deep wound packing.
Target Audience
Ideal for all nurses/clinicians who are motivated to learn the latest evidence-informed practices in fundamental wound assessment and management.
Available Dates
- Saturday, October 4, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm