Wound assessment and planning: The key issues in wound care management

Assessment is a key component in wound management and the first step to enable wound care planning. We begin this session by exploring the physical, psychological and social factors that may impact wound healing before looking at wound assessment in detail as part of the interactive workshop.

We will explore different approaches to assessment, including wound measurement and photography. These are key communication strategies for the team of staff working with the client.

The second part of this workshop focuses on wound planning for best healing outcomes – what do you need, who is part of the team, and how do we achieve this?

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At this workshop, you will:

• gain an understanding of the importance of a holistic approach to wound assessment
• explore wound measurement and photography as part of the wound assessment process
• discuss wound planning as a client-centred goal for wound management
• gain an understanding of the role of the clinician and teamwork for wound management planning

OUR PRESENTER

Louise Webber, Masters of Nursing Science (Nursing Practioner), BA (Hons), RN

Louise has over 25 years of experience in Wound Management and established her private practice (Wound Therapies) in 2014.

She has worked in several public hospitals and community settings in Australia and overseas. She currently works collaboratively with several Aged Care Providers and private hospitals and runs her specialist community wound clinic.

Louise was previously an Honorary Clinical Fellow for Australian Catholic University and continues to participate in research projects with a leading Queensland University.

Louise is passionate about wound care and strives for best practices. Additionally, she has participated in several international working groups for Pressure Injuries and leg ulcers and frequently presents at workshops, conferences and seminars.

Visit The Nurses For Nurses Network for more information and booking details.