CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Wound Care Technician Certification (WCT)

Wound Care Technician Certification (WCT)

Program Credits

8.0 credits

Program Description

This course is specifically designed for the first line support staff working in the ambulatory care clinics, nursing homes, skilled care facilities and in the hospitals. Wound care technicians provide administrative and clinical support to the Licensed medical care providers. Wound care technician performs assigned tasks assigned by a licensed clinical staff member of a wound care team. Wound care technician utilizes specialized knowledge, training and skills, which are based on the clinical research and application of the principles of wound management as acquired by completing a specialized training program. Wound care technician requires clinical supervision / delegation of a medical provider or a licensed nurse. Wound care technician shall perform his/her duties per the prescribing medical provider orders with a focus on patient safety, and function within the parameters of the legal guidelines and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting. The program is appropriate for, and tailored to meet, the educational needs of its participants, regardless of level of current expertise.

Program Format

The program involves classroom in person lectures/ interaction, simulation and hands-on competency skills lab.

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Program Outlines

Anatomy & Physiology of the Integumentary System

  • Epidermis (2) Dermis (3) Subcutaneous
  • Layers of the skin
  • Tissue repair process; Re-Epithelialization, Granulation
  • Role of Keratinocytes
  • Connective Tissue
  • Muscle, Bones & Underlying Structures
  • Concept of regeneration

Wound

  • Definition
  • Assessing extent of tissue injury
  • Partial Thickness & Full Thickness
  • Acute & Chronic

Phases of Wound Healing

  • Hemostasis, Inflammation, Proliferation, Maturation
  • Timeline of each phase of wound healing
  • Role of inflammatory cytokines
  • Wound Healing in Partial Thickness Wounds
  • Wound Healing in Full Thickness Wounds
  • Delayed wound healing

Types of Wounds & Management Strategies

  • Pressure Ulcers
  • Diabetic Ulcers
  • Venous Ulcers
  • Arterial Ulcers
  • Malignant Wounds
  • Atypical Wounds
  • Traumatic Wounds
  • Burns

Role & Responsibilities of Wound Care Technician

  • To perform focused wound assessment, reassessment, and treatment for all patients and per policy.
  • Assist Medical & Nursing staff during Wound Care Treatments & Procedures.
  • Demonstrates thorough knowledge of pressure injuries.
  • Demonstrates ability to change Negative Pressure Wound dressing appropriately.
  • Demonstrates ability to apply multi-layer compression dressings on bilateral lower extremities appropriately.
  • Demonstrates ability to collect Wound Cultures appropriately.
  • Demonstrates ability to measure the dimensions of the wound accurately.
  • Demonstrate ability to change wound dressing as ordered by the medical provider.
  • Demonstrates ability to check pedal pulses with a hand held doppler.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of different wound dressings and their appropriate use.
  • Ability to enter pertinent clinical data in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR) appropriately
  • Participate in skin care programs to prevent skin breakdown.
  • Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within the scope of practice / per facility policy.
  • Assists or gives oral hygiene and mouth care.
  • Assists with bathing functions and dressing/undressing as necessary.
  • Assists with nail care and shaving as needed.
  • Assists with lifting, turning, positioning and transporting patients.
  • Makes both occupied and unoccupied bed (as assigned)
  • Assist patients in changing of gown, clothing, linen, etc. PRN.
  • Assists patient with bowel or bladder functions.
  • Checks patients frequently to assure that their personal care needs are being met.
  • Measures and records vital signs.
  • Weigh patients safely.
  • Collects Specimens (i.e. urine, stool, sputum)
  • Provide indwelling catheter care as needed.
  • Performs diabetic finger stick as needed.
  • Assists with keeping patient care areas neat, sanitary and orderly.
  • Appropriately record charges for supplies.
  • Participates in the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care process as assigned.
  • Complies with laws and regulations applicable to the position.
  • Attends and participates in in-service training.
  • Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs.
  • Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of patients, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.
  • Performs duties, which may include transportation of patients, as assigned in Facility Disaster Plan.
  • Uses required protective equipment.
  • Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures.
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
  • Demonstrates proper use of digital camera for wound imaging.
  • Follows and adheres to facility policies and procedures implementing HIPPA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information.

Skills Component

  • Simple dressing change utilizing Aseptic technique
  • Measure wound ( L X W X D) appropriately
  • Collecting Wound Cultures: Zig Zag & Levine method
  • Assessing Pedal Pulses utilizing hand held Doppler
  • Collecting Vital Signs and weigh patient
  • Identify wound dressings and materials utilized in the clinical facility.
  • Perform Negative Pressure Wound Dressing changes
  • Perform multi-layer compression dressing application utilizing level of compression orders.
  • Perform objective documentation
  • Acquire digital images of the wound per policy

Wound Care Specialist (WCS-C)

Wound Care Specialist (WCS-C)

Program Credits

8.0 credits

Program Description

This course is formulated for medical providers to provide them with a comprehensive review of the evaluation & management of the acute and chronic wounds. The participants will learn how to evaluate and treat wounds by simply following a standardized care model. This program is appropriate for, and tailored to meet, the educational needs of its participants, regardless of level of current expertise.

Program Format

The program involves classroom in person lectures/ interaction, simulation and hands-on clinical experience.

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Program Outlines

Anatomy & Physiology of the Integumentary System

  • Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous
  • Layers of the skin
  • Tissue repair process; Re-Epithelialization, Granulation
  • Role of Keratinocytes
  • Connective Tissue, Muscles and Bones
  • Skin Ph levels
  • Role of Type II Collagen & Elastin

Wound

  • Definition
  • Assessing extent of tissue injury
  • Partial Thickness & Full Thickness
  • Acute & Chronic

Phases of Wound Healing

  • Hemostasis, Inflammation, Proliferation, Maturation
  • Timeline of each phase of wound healing
  • Role of inflammatory cytokines
  • Wound Healing in Partial Thickness Wounds
  • Wound Healing in Full Thickness Wounds
  • Delayed wound healing

Types of Wounds & the Standards of Management

  • Pressure Ulcers
  • Diabetic / Neuropathic Ulcers
  • Arterial / Ischemic Ulcers
  • Venous Ulcers
  • Surgical Wounds
  • Traumatic Wounds
  • Malignant / Fungating Wounds
  • Atypical Wounds
  • Burns

Wound Assessment

  • Comprehensive & Objective wound assessment
  • Wound measurements
  • Tunneling & undermining
  • Peri-wound skin assessment
  • Pain assessment
  • Digital wound imaging
  • Documentation guidelines

Wound Treatment Methodology

  • Debridement: Types of debridement, indications and contraindications
  • Preparation of wound for optimal healing: Cleansing
  • Cascade of wound healing
  • Promotion of granulation tissue
  • Promotion of epidermis
  • Scar tissue formation & tensile strength
  • Skin grafting & Skin Substitute

Types of Wound Dressing & Application

  • Calcium Alginates
  • Foam dressings
  • Hydro / Gelling Fibers
  • Collagens
  • Extracellular Matrix
  • Human Skin & Amniotic Tissue / Skin Substitutes
  • Hydrogels
  • Hydrocolloids
  • Impregnated Dressings
  • Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Dressings
  • Absorbent Dressings
  • Occlusive transparent film dressing
  • Ointments
  • Powders
  • Skin substitutes

Role of Wound Care Specialist

  • Evaluation & Management
  • Infection control
  • Documentation
  • Monitoring & Reporting
  • Patient education
  • Referral to other Medical Specialists

Skills Component

  • Aseptic wound dressing method
  • Wound measurement method
  • Collecting Wound Cultures: Zig Zag & Levine method
  • Negative Therapy Wound dressing method
  • Assessment of Pedal pulses utilizing Hand held Doppler
  • Assessing Neuropathy: Monofilament Testing
  • Application of Multi-layer compression dressing
  • Application of Unna boot

Diagnostic Tests

  • Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)
  • Toe Brachial Index (TBI)
  • Pulse Volume Recording (PVR)
  • X-Rays
  • MRIs
  • Soft Tissue Ultrasound
  • CBC, CMP, ESR, CRP, Pre Albumin, HgbA1c

Wound Care Nurse Certified (WCN-C)

Wound Care Nurse Certification (WCN-C)

Program Credits

8.0 credits

Program Description

The course is formulated to provide an expanded knowledge and skills on wound management to professional nurses working in acute care and community clinical settings. It further prepares the professional nurse to function as part of an inter professional wound care team, to identify patients at risk for developing chronic wounds, and to provide evidence-based practice using principles of assessment, intervention, evaluation and documentation of different wound types.

Program Format

The program involves classroom in person lectures/ interaction, simulation and hands-on clinical experience.

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Wound

  • Definition
  • Assessing extent of tissue injury
  • Partial Thickness & Full Thickness
  • Acute & Chronic

Phases of Wound Healing

  • Hemostasis, Inflammation, Proliferation, Maturation
  • Timeline of each phase of wound healing
  • Role of inflammatory cytokines
  • Wound Healing in Partial Thickness Wounds
  • Wound Healing in Full Thickness Wounds
  • Delayed wound healing

Types of Wounds & the Standards of Management

  • Diabetic / Neuropathic Ulcers
  • Arterial / Ischemic Ulcers
  • Venous Ulcers
  • Surgical Wounds
  • Traumatic Wounds
  • Malignant / Fungating Wounds
  • Atypical Wounds
  • Burns

Wound Treatment Methodology

  • Debridement: Types of debridement, indications and contraindications
  • Preparation of wound for optimal healing: Cleansing
  • Cascade of wound healing
  • Promotion of granulation tissue
  • Promotion of epidermis
  • Scar tissue formation & tensile strength
  • Skin grafting & Skin Substitute

Types of Wound Dressing & Application

  • Calcium Alginates
  • Foam dressings
  • Hydro / Gelling Fibers
  • Collagens
  • Extracellular Matrix
  • Human Skin & Amniotic Tissue
  • Hydrogels
  • Hydrocolloids
  • Impregnated Dressings
  • Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Dressings
  • Absorbent Dressings
  • Occlusive transparent film dressing
  • Ointments
  • Powders
  • Skin substitutes

Role of Wound Care Nurse

  • Dressing change
  • Infection control
  • Documentation
  • Monitoring & Reporting
  • Patient education
  • Professional recommendations

Skills Component

  • Wound measurement method
  • Collecting Wound Cultures: Zig Zag & Levine method
  • Negative Therapy Wound dressing method
  • Assessment of Pedal pulses utilizing Hand held Doppler
  • Assessing Neuropathy: Monofilament Testing
  • Application of Multi-layer compression dressing
  • Application of Unna boot
  • Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement

Excisional Wound Debridement Specialist– EDS-C

Excisional Wound Debridement Specialist EDS-C

Program Credits

8.0 credits

Program Description

This course is specifically created for the Medical Providers to understand the importance and implications of Excisional Wound Debridement procedure. This training program provides a foundation in the evidence-based treatment of the wounds, and directly addresses commonly encountered issues and therapeutic challenges. Program includes detailed comprehensive literature review regarding excisional debridement and skills competency in Excisional Wound Debridement. The participants will learn how to evaluate wounds and perform excisional wound debridement following a standardized care model. The program is appropriate for, and tailored to meet, the educational needs of its participants, regardless of level of current expertise.

Program Format

The program involves classroom in person lectures/ interaction, simulation and hands-on competency skills lab.

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Program Outlines

Anatomy & Physiology of the Integumentary System

  • Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous
  • Layers of the skin
  • Tissue repair process; Re-Epithelialization, Granulation
  • Role of Keratinocytes
  • Connective Tissue
  • Muscle, Bones & Underlying Structures
  • Concept of regeneration

Wound

  • Definition
  • Assessing extent of tissue injury
  • Partial Thickness & Full Thickness
  • Acute & Chronic

Phases of Wound Healing

  • Hemostasis, Inflammation, Proliferation, Maturation
  • Timeline of each phase of wound healing
  • Role of inflammatory cytokines
  • Wound Healing in Partial Thickness Wounds
  • Wound Healing in Full Thickness Wounds
  • Delayed wound healing

Types of Wound Debridement

  • Enzymatic Debridement
  • Biological Debridement
  • Mechanical Debridement
  • Autolytic Debridement
  • Ultrasonic Debridement
  • Conservative Sharp Debridement
  • Excisional Sharp Debridement
  • Surgical Debridement
  • Chemical Debridement

Debridement Assessment

  • Viable vs non-viable tissue
  • Necrotic Tissue
  • Devitalize Tissue
  • Underlying structures
  • Pain assessment
  • Eschar: (1) Stable (2) Unstable (3) Cross Hatching
  • Documentation & Measurement Techniques

Authorized Sharp Wound Debridement Instruments

Approved instruments:
  • Scalpel Blade #10, #11, #12, #15
  • Dermal Curette 5mm & 7mm
  • Surgical Scissor / Iris curved 4.5”
  • Surgical Forceps / Adson Tissue Forceps 4.75 ”

Pain Management

  • Topical Agents
  • Oral Medications
  • Localized Injectables

Role of Wound Care Specialist & Delegation Authority

  • Comprehensive Wound Assessment: Evaluate & Treat
  • Diagnostic Testing in Wound Care: Soft Tissue Ultrasound, X-Rays, MRI, CT-Scan, ABI, TBI, PVR
  • Laboratory Tests: CBC, CMP, ESR, CRP, Pre-Albumin, PT, PTT, INR
  • Excisional Wound Debridement
  • Patient education
  • Professional recommendations
  • Supervision and delegation of clinical tasks

Skills Component

  • Preparation of the site utilizing Aseptic technique
  • Wound measurement method
  • Collecting Wound Cultures: Zig Zag & Levine method
  • Appropriate use of Scalpel while conducting sharp debridement
  • Appropriate use of Dermal Curette while conducting sharp debridement
  • Appropriate use of Tissue Forceps while conducting sharp debridement
  • Appropriate use of Tissue Scissors while conducting sharp debridement
  • Intradermal Injections / Injecting anesthetics at the site of the debridement
  • Blood Stopping Techniques
  • Application of CMS CPT codes for appropriate Excisional Debridement procedure.
  • Documentation of procedure note per E&M / CMS guidelines.

Foot Care Certification FCC / FCT

Foot Care Certification FCC / FCT

Program Credits

8.0 Credits

Program Description

This specialty course was developed to prepare front line clinical staff in providing basic foot care services to the clients in the community to facilitate health promotion, self-care activities, health risk reduction, and promotion of safety and comfort. This course provides role specific foot care education and treatment skills training to the licensed and non-licensed staff. This course provides a comprehensive review of the role of Foot care Medical Provider, Foot Care Nurse, and Foot Care Technicians in the Foot Care Specialty. The program is appropriate for, and tailored to meet, the educational needs of its participants, regardless of level of current expertise.

Program Format

The program involves classroom in person lectures/ interaction, simulation and hands-on competency skills lab.

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Program Outlines

Anatomy & Physiology of the Nail & Foot

  • Tibia, Fibula, Talus, Calcaneus, Navicular, Cuneiform, Cuboid. Metatarsal, Phalanges
  • Foot Assessment: Inspection, Palpation, Manipulation, Skin exam, Neurological exam, Vascular Exam,
  • Neuropathy & Sensory loss
  • Eponychium, Hyponychium, Nail Plate, Cuticle, Nail bed, Lanula
  • Muscle, Bones & Underlying Structures

Diagnostic Exams

  • Pedal Pulses: Dorsalis Pedis, Posterior Tibial via Doppler
  • Sensory Loss: Monofilament test
  • Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) & Toe Brachial Index (TBI)
  • X-Rays
  • Ultrasound
  • Pulse Volume Recording (PVR) Segmental Pressures

Diseases Affecting Feet

  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Gout
  • Halux Valgus (Bunion)
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Neuropathy

Clinical Conditions with Treatments & Management Strategies

  • Charcot Foot
  • Neuropathic Foot
  • Onchomycosis
  • Corns & Calluses
  • Warts
  • Paronychia
  • Tinea Pedis
  • Pes cavus
  • Pes planus
  • Diseased Toe nails
  • Candidiasis of the skin
  • Long Toe Nails

Levels of Care in Foot Care Management

  • Level 1 Care
  • Level 2 Care
  • Level 3 Care

Role & Responsibilities of Wound Care Certified Professionals

  • Foot care technicians to assist Medical & Nursing staff during Foot Care Treatments & Procedures.
  • Demonstrates thorough knowledge of common foot issues.
  • Demonstrates ability to trim toe nails appropriately. (FCT)
  • Demonstrates ability to Debride Corns & Callous appropriately. (FCC)
  • Demonstrate ability to change foot dressings as ordered by the medical provider. (FCT)
  • Demonstrates ability to check pedal pulses with a hand held doppler.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of different foot dressings and their appropriate use.
  • FCT to enter pertinent clinical data in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR) appropriately
  • Perform and instruct client with foot care hygiene to prevent skin breakdown.
  • Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within the scope of practice / per facility policy.
  • Assists with nail care and as needed.
  • Assists with lifting, turning, positioning and transporting patients.
  • Assist patients in removing and wearing the shoes and socks PRN.
  • Measures and records vital signs.
  • Weigh patients safely.
  • Collects Specimens (i.e. nail and wound culture)
  • Performs diabetic finger stick as needed.
  • Appropriately record charges for supplies.
  • Participates in the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care process as assigned.
  • Complies with laws and regulations applicable to the position.
  • Attends and participates in in-service training.
  • Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs.
  • Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of patients, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.
  • Performs duties, which may include transportation of patients, as assigned in Facility Disaster Plan.
  • Uses required protective equipment.
  • Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures.
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
  • Understand the use of over-the-counter medications in foot care.
  • Demonstrates proper use of digital camera for imaging.
  • Follows and adheres to facility policies and procedures implementing HIPPA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information.

Skills Component

  • Simple Nail trimming utilizing nail clipper or a nail nipper.
  • Performing comprehensive foot examination.
  • Debridement of mycotic nail plate. (Level II & Level III)
  • Assessing Pedal Pulses utilizing hand held Doppler
  • Debridement of Calloused / Hyperkeratotic Skin. (Level II & Level III)
  • Perform operation of Rotary Tool in foot care, i.e. Nail & Callous Management.
  • Use of Dermal Curette in Foot care.
  • Trim Nail plate utilizing; Straight Jaw Nipper, Angled Jaw Nipper, and Double Action Nipper.
  • Perform Monofilament Test to identify Sensory loss.
  • Use infrared thermometer to take core temperature of the foot.
  • Sterilization of equipment and infection control procedure
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) prior to care.

Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement – (CSWD-C)

Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement – (CSWD-C)

Program Credits

8.0 credits

Program Description

The course is formulated to provide an expanded knowledge and skills on wound debridement to professional wound care nurses working in different clinical settings. In addition, this program prepares the professional wound care nurses to function as part of an interprofessional wound management team, to identify patients at risk for developing wound complications and to provide evidence-based debridement options appropriate for optimal wound healing. This program meets and exceeds the State Board of Nursing Standards regarding Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement.

Program Format

The program involves classroom in person lectures/ interaction, simulation and hands-on competency skills lab.

Instructor

  • Ali A. Pitafi, MD
  • Kim Neely, APRN FNP MSN
  • Furqan Alex Khan, APRN ACNS-BC MSN
  • Martha Snyder, APRN FNP-C MSN
  • Ket Harris Davis, APRN FNP-C MHNP-C
  • Shawn Amersi, RN BSN
  • Angie Machado, LVN
  • Kari Harman, RN

Program Outlines

Anatomy & Physiology of the Integumentary System

  • Epidermis (2) Dermis (3) Subcutaneous
  • Layers of the skin
  • Tissue repair process; Re-Epithelialization, Granulation
  • Role of Keratinocytes
  • Connective Tissue
  • Skin Ph levels
  • Role of Type II Collagen & Elastin

Wound

  • Definition
  • Assessing extent of tissue injury
  • Partial Thickness & Full Thickness
  • Acute & Chronic

Phases of Wound Healing

  • Hemostasis, Inflammation, Proliferation, Maturation
  • Timeline of each phase of wound healing
  • Role of inflammatory cytokines
  • Wound Healing in Partial Thickness Wounds
  • Wound Healing in Full Thickness Wounds
  • Delayed wound healing

Types of Wound Debridement

  • Enzymatic Debridement
  • Biological Debridement
  • Mechanical Debridement
  • Autolytic Debridement
  • Ultrasonic Debridement
  • Conservative Sharp Debridement
  • Excisional Sharp Debridement
  • Surgical Debridement
  • Chemical Debridement

Debridement Assessment

  • Viable vs non-viable tissue
  • Necrotic Tissue
  • Devitalize Tissue
  • Underlying structures
  • Pain assessment
  • Eschar: (1) Stable (2) Unstable (3) Cross Hatching
  • Documentation & Measurement Techniques

Authorized Sharp Wound Debridement Instruments

Approved Instruments
  • Scalpel Blade #10, #11, #12, #15
  • Dermal Curette 5mm & 7mm
  • Surgical Scissor / Iris curved 4.5”
  • Surgical Forceps / Adson Tissue Forceps 4.75 ”

Pain Management

  • Topical Agents
  • Oral Medications
  • Localized Injectables

Role of Professional Debridement Certified Nurse

  • Comprehensive Wound Assessment
  • Wound Dressing Change
  • Documentation: Digital Imaging, Measurements, Progress
  • Monitoring & Reporting
  • Patient education
  • Professional recommendations
  • Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement per medical Provider’s Orders

Skills Component

  • Preparation of the site utilizing Aseptic technique
  • Wound measurement method
  • Collecting Wound Cultures: Zig Zag & Levine method
  • Appropriate use of Scalpel while conducting sharp debridement
  • Appropriate use of Dermal Curette while conducting sharp debridement
  • Preparation of the site utilizing Aseptic technique
  • Wound measurement method
  • Collecting Wound Cultures: Zig Zag & Levine method
  • Appropriate use of Scalpel while conducting sharp debridement
  • Appropriate use of Dermal Curette while conducting sharp debridement