Wound Packing and Irrigation Movie Review 19??

Offers tips on how to treat different types of wounds and how to irrigate, pack, and secure them properly. Covers essential steps in wound care, including collection, containment, and assessment of drainage; protecting the wound from further trauma; protecting the surrounding skin; maintaining patient comfort; and promoting a healing environment. Also discusses various types of debridement, autolytic digestion, mechanical irrigation techniques, topical agents, and the general need for proper documentation and recordkeeping.

Distribution

AJN Video Library/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, American Journal of Nursing, 345 Hudson St., 16th Fl., New York, NY 10014, Phone: (212)886-1200, Toll-free: 800-256-4045, Fax: (212)886-1276, Email: info@nursingcenter.com, URL: http://www.nursingcenter.com, Remarks: For purchase & rentals contact: AJN Video Library, c/o West Glen, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.

Available on VHS
Running time 20 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Nursing, Medical Care, Medical Education