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Foot Problems in Patients in Acute Care: A Point-Prevalence Survey
CONCLUSION: The majority of foot problems in our study were found to be minor and not the primary admitting diagnosis. However, even minor foot problems can pose a risk of worsening, especially in high-risk populations such as those with diabetes. Thus, detection is critical in overall patient assessment, and nurses play a critical role in assessment and management of minor foot problems through the delivery of skin and nail care and through collaboration with other professionals who provide specialized foot care. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Foot and Nail Care Source Type: research

Body-Worn Versus Bell-and-Pad Alarm Device for the Management of Monosymptomatic Nocturnal Enuresis in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial
CONCLUSIONS: Study findings suggests that the bell-and-pad alarm is preferable to the body-worn alarm. Additional research is recommended using other body-worn alarm devices across a larger population in order to establish the more definitive findings needed for clinical decision-making. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Continence Care Source Type: research

The Effect of Absorbent Pad Design on Skin Wetness, Skin/Pad Microclimate, and Skin Barrier Function: A Quasi-experimental Open Cohort Study
CONCLUSION: Study findings suggest that absorbent pad design and composition, particularly the acquisition layer, affect performance and may influence skin health. Based on our experience with this study, we believe the methods we used provide a simple and objective means to evaluate product performance that could be used to guide the future development of products and applied to clinical settings. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Continence Care Source Type: research

The Lived Experiences of Persons With Ostomies Attending a Support Group: A Qualitative Study
CONCLUSION: We found that participation in an ostomy support group allowed individuals with ostomies to function at more advanced levels than they were before participating in the support group. The lived experiences were characterized by hope, willingness to live fully again, participating in different activities, and making new friends. Participants shared their positive experiences with others who were experiencing the same problems they once experienced. These findings add to and support the body of knowledge related to the interactions between nurses and individuals with ostomies as well as the care needed to ensure...
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Ostomy Care Source Type: research

Prevention of Nasal Ala Pressure Injuries With Use of Hydroactive Dressings in Patients With Nasotracheal Intubation of Orthognathic Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
CONCLUSIONS: The study findings indicate that the incidence of pressure injuries of nasal ala skin protected by hydroactive dressings was lower than the standard preventive method. Hydroactive dressings should be considered as a prevention method to reduce device-related skin injuries associated with nasotracheal intubation. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research

Healing Rates of Venous Leg Ulcers Managed With Compression Therapy: A Secondary Analysis of Data
CONCLUSION: Study findings suggest a monthly surface area reduction of 30% provides a baseline healing rate for VLUs managed with compression therapy and advanced dressings. Findings also suggest standard of care is not sufficient for healing in over 50% of the population, as the proportion of those who achieved closure at 3 and 6 months was 42.2% and 48.6%, respectively. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research

Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injury Development Among Surgical Critical Care Patients Admitted With Community-Acquired Pressure Injury: A Retrospective Cohort Study
CONCLUSIONS: Results from our study show that patients with CAPIs are at high risk for developing a HAPI, particularly among patients with decreased serum albumin or excessively dry skin. Patients with excessively dry skin may benefit from the application of skin moisturizers. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research

Medical Device-Related Pressure Injuries in Infants and Children
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Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Tests Source Type: research

Medical Device–Related Pressure Injuries in Infants and Children
CONCLUSION: Medical devices are common in hospitalized infants and children and these medical devices place patients at risk for MDRPI. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research

Telehealth Management of Urostomy Postoperative Complications: A Case Study
CONCLUSIONS: Despite challenges imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic, we were able to manage multiple surgical- and ostomy-related complications using a combination of telecommunication techniques that mitigated the need for routine and urgent postoperative clinic visits, hospital readmission, or unplanned visits to an emergency department. The new onset use of telemedicine approaches (telephone, televideo, and direct telemedicine) and various Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act-secure platforms due to pandemic conditions can improve access to care. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: COVID Special Section Source Type: research

Broadening Our Bandwidth: A Multiple Case Report of Expanded Use of Telehealth Technology to Perform Wound Consultations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
CONCLUSIONS: Remote consultation by WOC nurses was possible in our healthcare system because of previous experience using telemedicine technology and well-established collaborative relationships with providers and bedside nurses. By expanding our use of telemedicine technology, we were able to provide ongoing care to a patient without COVID-19 who had WOC consultation needs, and a patient with strict isolation demands due to COVID-19. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: COVID Special Section Source Type: research

Telehealth for Wound Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Case Studies
CONCLUSION: Health care systems have had to adjust the manner in which they triage, evaluate, and care for patients using telehealth platforms that do not rely on in-person clinic visits during the COVID-19 pandemic. There are multiple telehealth platforms that require careful planning and treatment implementation. Each health care agency needs to choose the one or ones that function the best in their care setting. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: COVID Special Section Source Type: research

Telehealth, Telemedicine, and Related Technologic Platforms: Current Practice and Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
CONCLUSION: The pandemic crisis has accelerated the need for health care to reimagine the delivery of care to patients. Telehealth technologies and principles have emerged as essential for WOC nurses to deliver safe and effective care. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: COVID Special Section Source Type: research

Skin and Mucosal Damage in Patients Diagnosed With COVID-19: A Case Report
Patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) are at a high risk for developing pressure injuries. A patient requiring multiorgan support is at a higher risk for pressure injuries related to immobility, sedation, vasopressors, and hypoxia. To mitigate pressure injuries, our hospital utilizes a bundle approach to prevent skin injury. However, despite efforts to prevent pressure injuries, we found our patients in the ICU with the diagnosis of COVID-19 went on to develop significant pressure and mucosal injuries. This is a case report of 4 patients diagnosed with COVID-19 who developed significant skin and mucosal injuri...
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: COVID Special Section Source Type: research

Medical Device–Related Pressure Injuries During the COVID-19 Pandemic
CONCLUSIONS: Our experiences with MDRPIs during this time has led the WOC team to begin development of a quality improvement project aimed at improving management of high-risk respiratory illness patients requiring intubation and prone positioning. (Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing)
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - September 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: COVID Special Section Source Type: research