HCA Introduction to Wound Care, Infection Control and Suture Removal

Overview

• To describe the skin structure and consider how wounds heal normally
• Recognise the principles of suture and staple removal for surgical wounds
• Discuss different types of wounds
• Recognise factors likely to affect wound healing
• Consider cleansing and dressing wounds using the principles of ANTT.
• Recognise clinical signs of wound infection
• Identify appropriate dressing options for wounds