Course Description: This course provides training on managing and treating wounds in home health settings. Participants will learn about wound assessment, dressing techniques, and infection control to enhance patient care and outcomes.
Outcomes:
- Conduct effective wound assessments in home health settings.
- Implement appropriate wound dressing techniques.
- Ensure infection control in wound care.
- Address patient needs and concerns related to wound care.
- Enhance patient care and outcomes through effective wound management.
Units:
- Introduction to Wound Care in Home Health
- Conducting Wound Assessments
- Selecting Appropriate Wound Dressings
- Infection Control in Wound Care
- Managing Acute and Chronic Wounds
- Pain Management in Wound Care
- Educating Patients and Families on Wound Care
- Documentation and Reporting in Wound Care
- Evaluating Wound Healing and Outcomes
- Case Studies and Practical Applications in Wound Care