Usability of a Novel Instrument to Measure Damaged Peristomal Skin in Patients with an Ostomy

CONCLUSIONS

In busy clinical settings, the stoma ruler is easy for ostomy care nurses to use to obtain accurate DET scores and the height of stoma protrusion above the skin. Observing the position of damaged skin using the clock marks on the stoma ruler enhance clinical description and reduce assessment variation among professionals.

Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - May 27, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ORIGINAL INVESTIGATIONS Source Type: research