4897054
9781582555096
This compact, portable, spiral bound reference explains fundamental wound care principles, details wound care procedures, and describes new wound care products. Coverage includes skin anatomy and physiology, how wounds occur and heal, and factors that can delay or complicate healing. The book describes in detail how to assess wounds, including how to classify, stage, and measure them and how to monitor their status. Close attention is given to assessment and intervention for pressure, vascular, and diabetic foot ulcers and acute wounds. Numerous illustrations complement the text.Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Staff is the author of 'Skillmasters Wound Care ', published 2006 under ISBN 9781582555096 and ISBN 1582555095.
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