A Qualitative Study on the Experience and Training Needs of ICU Nurses for Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis
CONCLUSIONS The knowledge and behavior of ICU nurses regarding IAD need to be improved. Training and management are imperative. Facilities and nurse managers should actively seek solutions to stated obstacles, formulate training methods suitable for clinical needs, and promote the standardization of nursing for IAD. (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - September 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ORIGINAL INVESTIGATIONS Source Type: research

Overcoming the Challenge of Support Surface Selection: Utilization of Standards
This article describes the full body support surface standards development and provides guidance on the use of the outcomes from those standard tests for clinicians and facilities to make more informed choices for patients and patient populations. (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - September 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ORIGINAL INVESTIGATIONS Source Type: research

Alternative Wound Management: Translating Science into Practice
GENERAL PURPOSE To present a scoping review of preclinical and clinical trial evidence supporting the efficacy and/or safety of major alternative wound care agents to summarize their effects on validated elements of wound bed preparation and wound management paradigms. TARGET AUDIENCE This continuing education activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care. LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES After participating in this educational activity, the participant will: 1. Differentiate the effectiveness of the topical wound care age...
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - September 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: CLINICAL MANAGEMENT EXTRA Source Type: research

Are You Prepared for the October Changes to the Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage?
No abstract available (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - September 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: DEPARTMENTS: PAYMENT STRATEGIES Source Type: research

Skin Tissue: A Place for SARS-CoV-2 to Multiply and Transmit?
No abstract available (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - September 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: DEPARTMENTS: PRACTICE REFLECTIONS Source Type: research

Evidence Summaries for Improved Wound Care Practice
No abstract available (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - September 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: DEPARTMENTS: EDITORIAL Source Type: research

Prevention and Management of Pseudoverrucous Lesions: A Review and Case Scenarios
No abstract available (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: NCPD TEST Source Type: research

A Multidisciplinary Approach for Tophi Wounds Caused by Glycogen Storage Disease Type 1a: A Rare Case
Glycogen storage diseases (GSDs) are a group of rare inherited metabolic disorders caused by enzyme deficiencies in glycogen catabolism. The more common type, GSD type Ia, is caused by glucose-6-phosphatase deficiency and often complicated by gout from hyperuricemia. Here, the authors report a rare case of a tophi wound caused by GSD type Ia in a Chinese patient. Difficulties in this case included the control of abnormal blood markers, especially uric acid; removal of tophi deposited in the tissues; restoration of hand function after wound healing; and patient adherence to treatment and follow-up. A multidisciplinary team ...
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ONLINE EXCLUSIVES Source Type: research

Pressure-Measuring Devices for Compression Therapy in Venous Leg Ulcers: A Comprehensive Review
CONCLUSIONS Conventional pressure-measuring devices used in compression therapy are not designed for the user’s comfort and convenience. The use of flexible and stretchy pressure sensors (e-skin) provides good biocompatibility, conformability, and comfort and when integrated with near-field communication technology could address the drawbacks of current pressure-measuring devices. (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ONLINE EXCLUSIVES Source Type: research

Protective Dressings, Injury, and Device Failure in Preterm Infants Receiving Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure: A Randomized Controlled Trial
CONCLUSIONS The studied nasal barrier dressing is a safe and convenient solution to reduce nasal injury in preterm infants receiving N-CPAP. (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ONLINE EXCLUSIVES Source Type: research

Screening for Depression in Patients with Chronic Wounds
No abstract available (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: DEPARTMENTS: PRACTICE POINTS Source Type: research

The Reverdin Graft: The Forgotten Skin Transplant
This article describes a series of four patients for whom a Reverdin graft was performed. The Reverdin graft, also known as a pinch graft, is a method to promote epithelialization for superficial wounds. The intervention is minimally invasive with a short learning curve. The procedure and its advantages and disadvantages are discussed in this case series. This pinch graft is a widely accepted, minimally invasive intervention to accelerate the epithelialization of wounds. (Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care)
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: CASE SERIES Source Type: research

Effectiveness of Semiocclusive Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Fibers and Hydrocolloid Dressings for Irritant Peristomal Dermatitis: A Case Series
The most common complication in individuals with ostomies is irritant contact dermatitis from the acidic stoma effluent coming into contact with the peristomal skin. Although protective powders are widely used for the treatment of peristomal skin, there is little scientific evidence to justify their use. The combined use of sodium carboxymethylcellulose cellulose fibers (SCCFs) together with a hydrocolloid dressing for fixation is an effective alternative in the management of these wounds. Here, the authors report a case series of three patients presenting at a stoma therapy clinic with peristomal skin lesions because of s...
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: CASE SERIES Source Type: research

The Benefits and Harms of Cleansing for Acute Traumatic Wounds: A Narrative Review
Acute traumatic wound cleansing is currently a controversial issue demonstrated by the variability in solutions and techniques used to clean wounds in clinical practice. Although there is evidence of improved infection outcomes in wounds cleansed with antiseptics, these observations are often undermined by concurrent use of antibiotics in addition to poor study design. Cleansing techniques including pressurized irrigation have also been investigated indicating potential harms such as edema and inconsistencies in irrigation pressures. The purpose of this article is to provide a narrative review on the contemporary evidence ...
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: LITERATURE REVIEW Source Type: research

Incidence and Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection following Emergency Cesarean Section: A Retrospective Case-Control Study
OBJECTIVE To assess the incidence, risk, and associated factors that contribute to an acquired surgical site infection (SSI) after emergency cesarean section (CS). METHODS This retrospective case-control study was conducted in an acute district general hospital in England with 206 patients (101 SSI patients and 105 non-SSI patients) who had an emergency CS in 2017. Grade of surgeon, smoking status, preoperative vaginal swab status (positive or negative), diabetes status, age, body mass index, membrane rupture to delivery interval, and length of surgery were recorded. Risk factors were identified using simple and...
Source: Advances in Skin and Wound Care - August 26, 2021 Category: Dermatology Tags: ORIGINAL INVESTIGATIONS Source Type: research