Discuss the physiological and biochemical process of normal wound healing. Include, in your answer, factors that impact wound healing.
Discuss the nursing strategies required to minimise cross infection whilst conducting a wound assessment and implementation of a wound dressing.
Question 3
Discuss how Mr McFarlane’s chronic illnesses could impact on wound healing.
Include, in your answer, how the pathophysiology of Type II Diabetes, Peripheral Vascular Disease and peripheral neuropathy could delay/ hinder wound healing.
Discuss the differences in pathological terms between a venous ulcer, an arterial ulcer, a diabetic ulcer and a neuropathic ulcer.
Question 4
Explain the differences between a simple, complex and surgical wound.
In your response, consider the complications of healing with each type of wound.
Discuss the reason why some wounds are left undisturbed for a longer period of time.
Question 5
What education should be provided to Mr McFarlane and his family in relation to his wound?
Consider in your answer:
- Modes of transmission of infection
- Preventative strategies for other wounds
- Wound care post discharge including evaluation of the condition of the wound and where to seek assistance if the wound deteriorates.
- Possible psychological impacts of a chronic wound.
Question 6
What support networks could you suggest to assist and ease the difficulties for the client as well as family members? In your answer consider areas such as a holistic assessment and approach, and research what government health bodies are available to assist with financial assistance. Supply the Web Link for the government health bodies in your answer.
Question 7
Discuss appropriate pain management strategies for your client. Who, within the multidisciplinary team, could provide you with assistance with planning a pain management strategy?
Include, in your discussion, appropriate pain management and time frames to be considered prior to attending to the wound assessment and dressing. Discuss the role of the pain management team and the requirement to liaise with your RN/ Team leader as outlined in the Enrolled Nurse standards for practice.
Question 8
Wound Management Record
Discuss in the wound assessment the appearance of the wound (picture attached to case study), and the appropriate selection of the wound cleansing agent and cleaning technique; and wound products including primary and secondary dressings.
