Define the Following Chronic Wound in Skin and Wound Management Flashcards

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A chronic wound is a wound that has failed to proceed orderly through the healing process. Ex: pressure ulcer

An acute wound is defined as a disruption in the integrity of the skin and underlying tissues that progresses through the healing cascade in a timely and uncomplicated manner. Ex: surgical

A recalcitrant wound is a wound that fails to respond to interventions; or that shows little progress after 2-4 weeks

Standards of care are measures of care established by a professional organization and are generally accepted by the profession. Ex: AHRQ guidelines, AMDA, NPUAP, International Guidelines

Incorporates the collected results of research studies and other sources of evidence into the care of the patient for the purpose of improving quality and effectiveness in health care.

It’s a set of national standards for the protection of patient’s individually identifiable health information, in any form or media, whether electronic, paper or oral. HIPAA also requires the health care providers provide notice of the privacy regulations at the first visit.

The need to obtain a patient’s consent before rendering diagnostic testing or treatment.

Medical battery occurs when a patient is treated without his or her informed consent.

A patient who does not comply or adapt to intervention that the healthcare provider deems necessary.

• Set up mutually compatible goals
• Try to negotiate a treatment plan with the patient
• Determine if the treatments interfere with the patient’s lifestyle
• Simplify the treatment regimen

Every instance of non-adherence and counseling efforts including potential consequences as well as the diagnosis and proposed procedure/treatments. This needs to include the patient’s prognosis with out the procedure/treatment, the risks and benefits and alternative therapies.

Barrier against toxic substances and microorganismsPrevents water loss. Repels water.

4.0 – 5.5 – slightly acidic..

• The acid mantle is made of a mix of sebum and sweat.
• Its function is to maintain the skins slightly acidic ph, protect skin from the elements, inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria or fungi.