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What is SBAR
communication tool which gives
Situation - brief and clearly stated
Background - of current issue
Assessment - brief details about issue/ related information
Recommendations - suggest recommendations you would like to see done
what is a care map
A tool used in case management or client care. client is care mapped from entry to exit.
What is the purpose of a care map
all events are critical to meet outcomes.
standardization of care
reduces delays
reduce duplication and cost of care
Purpose of dressings
protection and coverage of impaired skin and tissue integrity
Types of dressings
, Gauze - loose weave very absorbent
Telfa - non stick less absorbent, very expensive
Abdominal pads (ABD) - thick and very absorbent usually used as outer dressing
material.
Hydrocolloid - opaque non rebreathable (type of occlusive dressing)
Occlusive - used to keep drainage contained and to keep air from entering the wound.
Pre change assessment for wound care
pain assessment
type of dressing
type and amount of drainage
assessment of wound
assessment of peri skin
skill performed (cleaned with what solution)
assessment of wound bed after cleaning (tunneling, undermining)
type of dressing applied
record procedure
report any variance
post change assessment wound care
dressing integrity
toleration of dressing change
pain assessment
When is culture and sensitivety specimen taken
after wound has been cleaned