Description & Objectives:

Dressing selection and correct application are important factors to consider for the management of exudate during the wound healing process. Product choice is determined by the level of drainage, wound size and depth, and specific patient considerations. Regular assessments are vital to ensure drainage is managed appropriately to prevent wound and periwound complications.

Upon completion of this lesson, participants will be able to:

List 3 dressings that are appropriate for moderate to heavy exudate.
State 2 differences between alginate and hydrofiber dressings.
Identify 2 types of gauze dressing applications that are considered substandard care.

Speaker(s): Nancy Morgan, RN, BSN, MBA, WOC, CWHS

Target Audience: Nurses, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals interested in wound care.

CE Credit(s): 1.0

CE Statement: Provider, Nancy Morgan Wound Care, approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider #17756 for 1.0 Contact Hour(s). This certificate must be retained by the licensee for a period of four years after the course is completed, as required by the California Board of Registered Nursing.