Course Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide a brief overview of the types and stages of wounds, their causes, and possible treatment options.
Contact Hour Designation
This online independent study activity is credited for 2 contact hours.
Overview:
Wound healing is a natural physiological reaction to tissue injury. It is a complex, dynamic process supported by a myriad of cellular events that must be tightly coordinated to efficiently repair damaged tissue. Derangement in wound-linked cellular behaviors, as occurs with diabetes and aging, can lead to healing impairment and the formation of chronic, non-healing wounds. The effective management of wounds is complex, and to maximize outcomes for patients, it is recommended that those involved in their care and treatment have the appropriate knowledge and skills to adequately treat wounds.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Review the stages of wound healing
- Identify symptoms of wound infection
- Relate causes of wounds to the various wound types
- Describe available treatment options for wounds
- Differentiate between the various wound types
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
The planning committee of Fast CE For Less, Inc and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
