Course Code: REL-PAC-0-WCARTU
Hours: 1.25
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Identify the pathophysiology and characteristics of arterial ulcers.
Describe components of the assessment of an individual with an arterial ulcer.
Discuss the guidelines for management of arterial ulcers pre- and post-revascularization, including appropriate medications and dressings.
Select interventions for individuals with arterial ulcers, including individuals with maintenance and palliation wound goals.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Pathophysiology and Characteristics of Arterial Ulcers
What Causes an Arterial Ulcer?
Assessment of the Individual with LEAD and a Wound
Signs of Arterial Insufficiency
Signs of Chronic Tissue Ischemia
Other Non-Invasive Testing for LEAD
Characteristics of Lower Extremity Arterial Ulcers
Review
Summary
Section 3: Assessment of Arterial Ulcers
Ulcer Evaluation
Typical Presentation of Arterial Ulcers
Review
Summary
Section 4: Guidelines for Management of Arterial Ulcers and Individuals with LEAD
Interventions for Individuals with Wounds and LEAD
Wound Dressings Pre-Revascularization
Infection
Nutrition
Pain Management
Edema
Adjunctive Therapies
Patient Education
Medications Pre-Revascularization
Referral for Further Evaluation
Surgical Options
Dressings Post-Revascularization
Medications Post-Revascularization
Section 5: Holistic Wound Care
The Three-Legged Stool
Biopsychosocial Model
Review
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Congratulations!
Instructor: Mary Arnold Long, DNP, APRN, CRRN, CWOCN-AP, ACNS-BC
Mary Arnold Long received her BSN from the College of Mount St. Joseph, her MSN from the University of Cincinnati, her ET Certificate from Abbott Northwestern Hospital and her DNP from Otterbein University. Dr. Arnold Long has over 35 years of nursing experience and over 25 years as an expert board-certified wound, ostomy, and continence nurse practicing in multiple settings. Her contributions to evidence-based practice and literature include colostomy irrigation; body worn absorptive garments; interventions post-catheter removal; assessment, management and coding of moisture-associated skin damage; and classification of device-related pressure injuries/ulcers.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.