WOUND CLOSURE: REMOVING SUTURES OR STAPLES

Course overview

Wound closure is the process of bringing together and securing the edges of a wound to promote healing, prevent infection, and reduce visible scarring. Larger wounds often require closure techniques, including suturing or staples, to facilitate the healing process.This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of the procedure for removing sutures or staples following wound closure, including steps involved in the procedure and nursing considerations related to the procedure. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.