Randomized controlled study of the effects of 2 fecal management systems on incidence of anal erosion.

Purpose: To compare the incidence of anal erosion between 2 indwelling fecal management systems. Anal erosion was defined as localized mucous membrane tissue impairments of the anal canal caused by corrosive fecal enzymes and/or indwelling devices.

Design: Randomized comparative effectiveness clinical trial comparing 2 commercially available indwelling fecal management systems.

International Skin Tear Advisory Panel: a tool kit to aid in the prevention, assessment, and treatment of skin tears using a Simplified Classification System ©.

Purpose: To enhance the learner's competence with knowledge regarding utilization of a tool kit to aid in the prevention, assessment, and treatment of skin tears.

Target Audience: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.

Objectives: After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to:1.

Do patient and nurse outcome differences exist between 2 negative pressure wound therapy systems?

Purpose: We prospectively compared the effectiveness of foam- and gauze-based negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) systems on wound healing, pain, cost, and hospital length of stay. We also compare ease of use and time in performing dressing changes reported by nurses.

Design: Randomized, controlled clinical trial comparing foam- and gauze-based NPWT systems.