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- Wounds are a major public health issue that not only consume healthcare resources but also negatively impact patients' quality of life, leading to psychological and financial hardships.
- Nurses must be skilled in holistic wound assessments to manage these issues effectively, as comprehensive evaluation is crucial for proper care.
- The article provides valuable insights into different types of wounds, their causes, and outlines the wound assessment process, along with challenges nurses may face during assessment.
Article Abstract
Wounds have become a significant public health challenge and consume a large amount of healthcare resources. Wounds can have severe negative effects on patients' quality of life, causing psychological and social distress, and may lead to significant periods of lost employment, resulting in financial loss. For nurses to manage wounds effectively, they need to be competent in undertaking holistic wound assessments. This article supports nurses' understanding by providing information on various types of wounds and their differing aetiologies. It also outlines the elements of a wound assessment and discusses some of the challenges that may be encountered during this process.
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