Fundamental aspects of tissue viability nursing - Cheryl Dunford

Tissue viability is also a fundamental aspect of nursing care. At some point during their career, all nurses will care for patients with wounds or at risk of pressure ulcer development.Although not all nurses will seek to gain specialist knowledge of the topic, all nurses should have a fundamental understanding of how to care for these patients and how to utilise strategies for preventing pressure ulcers. The authors of this book have applied their considerable practical experience and knowledge to providing a useful text aimed at the novice nurse and those who wish to gain greater understanding of the fundamentals of tissue viability.
Although developments in tissue viability have been predominantly led by nurses, it still needs a multidisciplinary approach. Readers will find this reflected within this book, along with a wide range of information on wounds of all types. The reflective activities and patient scenarios provide opportunities for the reader to reflect on what has been learnt.