Wound Care, Tissue Viability and Infection Control – Part 1

What you will learn

• Describe the structure and function of skin
• Understand the process of wound healing by regeneration
• Recognise the stages of wound healing by primary and secondary intention
• Identify factors likely to impede wound healing
• Identify the risk factors for infections and the appropriate management of infections
• Be confident to discuss infection management and prevention with the patient and carers
• Recognise key elements of holistic wound assessment
• Recognise key characteristics of chronic wounds
• Consider the underlying aetiology or cause of a number of wounds likely to be seen in general practice
• Take a problem solving approach towards wound assessment and management