Wound Pain: A Challenge for the Patient and the Wound Care Specialist
- 1 January 2004
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Advances in Skin & Wound Care
- Vol. 17 (1) , 14-20
- https://doi.org/10.1097/00129334-200401000-00010
Abstract
To provide physicians and nurses with an overview of the mechanisms, pathophysiology, assessment, and treatment of pain related to pressure ulcers.This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in learning about management of patients with pressure ulcer-related pain.After reading the article and taking the test, the participant will be able to: 1. Describe the mechanisms and pathophysiology of pain related to pressure ulcers. 2. Identify assessment parameters and treatment options for pain related to pressure ulcers.Keywords
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