Remote wound care consultation for nursing homes: using a web-based assessment and care planning tool

J Gerontol Nurs. 2007 Nov;33(11):27-35; quiz 36-7. doi: 10.3928/00989134-20071101-09.

Abstract

Pressure ulcers represent a particular challenge in long-term care (LTC) facilities, where many frail older adults with reduced mobility reside. Guidelines for preventing and treating pressure ulcers have existed for many years; however, nurses in LTC facilities do not always use best practices in pressure ulcer care. In this article, the authors report on the development and pilot testing of a Web-based pressure ulcer management tool used for remote consultation in LTC.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Feasibility Studies
  • Humans
  • Internet*
  • Nursing Homes / organization & administration*
  • Patient Care Planning*
  • Remote Consultation*
  • Wounds and Injuries / therapy*