2016 WOCN® Society & CAET Joint Conference

(C310) Building Bridges Across Specialties: Managing Incontinence in the Presence of Pressure Ulcers and Wounds (Room 517 a-c)

06 Jun 16
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM

Tracks: Continence

This session will focus on the management of complex wounds in the setting of fecal and urinary incontinence. The focus for the learner will be to identify creative techniques for containment, diversion and isolation of cross contamination to surrounding wounds and identify when surgical collaboration is necessary. The unique skills of the WOCN/ET nurse to support the multidisciplinary team and improve outcomes will be highlighted.