Description

The authors present the findings of a 2012 survey of registered nurses about wound care and prevention. This survey is a follow-up to a similar survey conducted by the authors in 2005. This follow-up was done because of the changes in evidence based-practices for wound care and prevention. These changes include new knowledge about skin tear practices and differentiating between the stages of full-thickness pressure ulcers (PrUs).

Method of Participation in the Learning Process/Evaluation Method

Successful completion of this activity includes reading the entire article and successfully completing the post-quiz and an evaluation form.

Getting the Most out of the Activity

As you prepare to participate in this activity, please reflect on your practice and your patients and identify clinical challenges you hope to have addressed.

While participating in the training, identify ways you can use newly acquired knowledge, strategies, and skills to enhance patient outcomes and your own professional development.