Wound Care Made Incredibly Easy!

Bol Partner

Part of the Incredibly Easy! series, this book discusses the fundamentals of wound care, including skin anatomy and physiology, causes of wounds, and wound healing. Wound classification and assessment are covered, along with detailed instruction in wound care procedures. Special focus is placed upon pressure ulcers, vascular ulcers, and diabetic foot ulcers, as well as acute wounds. Two chapters concentrate on wound care products and adjunctive therapies and the final chapter discusses legal risks and reimbursement issues. Special features of the book include chapter-by-chapter summaries of key points and a glossary of important terms. Eight pages of full color illustrations demonstrate the three stages of normal wound healing, abnormal wound healing, and different kinds of wounds. Ideal for both student nurses and practicing nurse professionals, Wound Care Made Incredibly Easy! includes sections of handy mnemonic devices to aid in information retention, tips on dressing wounds, and patient education information.

Bol

Wound Care Made Incredibly Easy! Second Edition covers fundamental wound care principles and procedures, using a light-hearted, entertaining style. Coverage begins with skin anatomy and physiology, wound progression and healing, and factors that can delay or complicate healing. Subsequent chapters cover wound assessment and monitoring and wound care planning, procedures, and products. The book includes eight pages of full-color illustrations, intervention algorithms for diabetic, arterial, and venous ulcers, and eye-catching logos that emphasize key points. This new edition includes coverage of malignant wounds and palliative care. A new logo highlights considerations for special populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and bariatric patients.