Effects of educational program on wound care nurse knowledge and application in outpatient practice settings
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Lu Ann V. Reed, MSN, CRRN, BC-RN, LNHA; Donna Green, PhD, MSN, RN C-EFM; Deborah Schwytzer, DNP, RB-BC, CEN -- University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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Chronic lower-extremity wounds are becoming increasingly prevalent. Effective treatment requires that nurses maintain their knowledge of wounds and wound care and that they apply thorough documentation practices. This quality improvement project leverages testing and education to determine whether a formal education program impacts nurse knowledge and documentation efficacy.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Chronic Wound Care; Documentation; Wound Care Nurses |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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