In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr Sharon Latimer describes the creation and use of an assessment tool to evaluate suspected end-of-life wounds, explains the differences between end-of-life wounds and pressure injuries, and outlines the repercussions associated with misclassifying these wounds.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr Julia Paul reflects on writing her recent Practice Points articles and effective practices in nursing education.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, authors Elizabeth Savage, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC, CWON, IIWCC and Jessica Lieder, MSN, RN, AGPCNP-BC, CWON, IIWCC discuss their article ““Examining Violaceous Skin Discoloration during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Conducting Research in Resource Scarcity”, which appears in the March issue of Advances in Skin & Wound Care. They describe the appearance of unusual purpuric violaceous lesions as part of the COVID-19 disease process, which appeared to be distinct from deep tissue pressure injury.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr Jill Cox describes the surprising findings of her research into the associations among race, social determinants of health, and pressure injury development and highlights the need for more research on this important topic.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, healthcare attorney Sabrina Skeldon shares the importance of accurate chart documentation and performing medical billing audits to capture revenue and prevent investigation.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, invertebrate expert and co-editor of the book A Complete Guide to Maggot Therapy: Clinical Practice, Therapeutic Principles, Production, Distribution, and Ethics,Dr. Frank Stadler describes the three-fold benefits of using medicinal maggots to treat chronic wounds.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr. Julia Paul describes common pitfalls and best practices when caring for venous ulcers in the acute care setting.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr. Kevin Woo and Catherine Milne MSN, APRN, ANP/ACNS-BC, CWOCN-AP discuss the benefits of mentorship and offer advice for those seeking a mentor relationship.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr Dan Berlowitz discusses the six studies he selected to highlight in his article, “The 2021 Update on Pressure Injuries: A Review of the Literature” which appears in the August issue of Advances in Skin & Wound Care. Because he excluded Advances articles from his review, he also describes his favorite pressure injury article that was published in Advances in Skin & Wound Care last year.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr. Kevin Woo interviews the new International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP) President, Samantha Holloway about projects ISTAP is undertaking. Some ISTAP highlights in the coming years will include developing best-practices recommendations, consolidating the skin tear classification system, developing education activities, raising awareness of patients’ voices, and promoting advocacy. When it comes to treating persistent, hard-to-heal, or complex wounds, you need a solution you can trust. Dakin's Wound Cleanser is an FDA approved device for wound cleansing and management. It's powerful, cost effective, and easy to order. Studies have shown this formulation to be effective in killing 99.99999% of MRSA, VRE, and biofilm-forming bacteria within 30 seconds! (Barsoumian et al) Visit www.GetDakins.com/ASWC to request a sample today!

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Kevin Woo interviews Drs. Tracey Yap and Susan Kennerly about their June 2022 article, Effect of Varying Repositioning Frequency on Pressure Injury Prevention in Nursing Home Residents: TEAM-UP Trial Results. Together, they discuss the foundation and design of the TEAM-UP trial, important caveats to consider, and their recommendations about turning and repositioning patients at risk of a pressure injury.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Editorial Director Chloe Falkinson welcomes two organizers of this year’s global education event, the WCET/WOCN Joint international Congress: Alison Crawshaw, Congress Coordinator, and Denise Hibbert, Scientific Co-Chair. Together, they discuss the educational highlights and many reasons to look forward to this exciting global event.

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In this episode of Words on Wounds, Dr. Kevin Woo interviews Dr. Barbara Delmore about her work on the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel’s Research Committee, the various strategic objective groups and projects that they have underway, and what has invigorated her most about her work on the committee during her tenure.

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In this interview, Cheryl Carver of the APWCA interviews Dr. Jeffrey Levine about his new article, Wound Care Consultation in Postacute/Long-term Care: Characteristics and Practice Implications. They discuss the study’s unique findings; how COVID-19 has altered the wound care landscape, perhaps forever; and the realities and requirements of care across the continuum, including budgeting, documentation, and interprofessional communication.

Dr. Amy Hester, Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of HD Nursing, LLC, speaks with Dr. Kevin Woo about her work in injury and fall prediction and prevention. The topics include preventing pressure injuries using the Braden-Hester Pressure Injury Prevention Program, and the Braden Scale acquisition and licensing process. For more information or to obtain a license to use the Braden Scale, visit www.bradenscale.com or www.hdnursing.com.

In this installment of Words on Wounds, Editors-in-Chief Drs. Elizabeth A. Ayello and R. Gary Sibbald reflect on the inception of the journal, the evolution of wound care terminology and other controversial topics, and the importance of continuing education.