(HS Rudolph 078503 2022) Lower Extremity Wounds: Management Pearls
Tracking # 20-1004518
Course overview
Chronic wounds are wounds that fail to heal according to a normal healing trajectory and are often a symptom of an underlying health condition. As a result, chronic wounds, especially on the lower extremity can be challenging. In addition to determining the cause of the wound, such as pressure, venous disease, diabetes, ischemia, or more, a comprehensive management plan is key. Clinicians working with these patients need to develop a plan for successful healing, which may include, off-loading, edema management, nutrition interventions, evaluation of arterial flow, infection control and local wound care. This recorded session will include useful tips for working with patients who may be frustrated, non-adherent, or lacking in resources.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Disclosure statements
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Ms. Dianne Rudolph has an employment relationship with San Antonio Wound Care. She is an independent consultant and receives compensation. Ms. Rudolph is an author with Best Publishing and receives royalties. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Ms. Dianne Rudolph is a member of the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN), the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC), and the Texas Medical Directors Association (TMDA).