- Educational Webinar: Advanced Products for Pressure Injuries
Educational Webinar: Advanced Products for Pressure Injuries
6 min read
Pressure injuries are defined as localized damage to the skin and underlying tissue, typically over a bony prominence or related to a medical or other device. Commonly known as pressure ulcers or bedsores, the injury can occur as the result of intense or prolonged pressure, or pressure in combination with shear. Pressure injuries can be affected by a number of factors and treatment scenarios can complicate recovery for your patients. In this presentation, we will explore causes and treatment for pressure injuries and explore the many advanced product options available for treating pressure injuries and wounds.
Learning Objectives
· Defining various Pressure Injuries and their impacts on the patient
· Developing advanced management strategies for pressure injuries
· Explore advanced products for treating complicated pressure injuries
Speaker:
Patricia Howell is a Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has spent 10 years working with McKesson Medical Surgical. She has held various positions in Long Term Care, including Director of Nursing, Corporate Clinical Director and Nursing Home Consultant.
Ms. Howell is an expert in areas such as regulatory compliance, clinical practice, quality improvement and operational management within the nursing home industry. She also received specialized training in infection control, Skin and Wound Care Education.