Advanced Wound Care & Dressing Services at Golden Hand Home Nursing

Comprehensive Wound Assessment and Diagnostics

In-Depth Wound Evaluation

• Accurate measurement of wound dimensions (length, width, depth)

• Wound bed characteristics (tissue type, exudate, odor)

• Periwound skin assessment

• Use of advanced imaging techniques to evaluate deep tissue

Comprehensive Wound Assessment and Diagnostics

In-Depth Wound Evaluation

• Accurate measurement of wound dimensions (length, width, depth)

• Wound bed characteristics (tissue type, exudate, odor)

• Periwound skin assessment

• Use of advanced imaging techniques to evaluate deep tissue

Wound Etiology Identification

• Detailed history taking

• Evaluation of underlying medical conditions

• Nutritional status assessment

• Assessment of mobility

State-of-the-Art Treatment Modalities

Advanced Dressing Technologies

• Hydrocolloid dressings for moderate exudate

• Alginate dressings for highly exudative wounds

• Foam dressings for protection of the wound bed and management of exudate

• Hydrogel dressings for dry wounds and burn care

• Silver-impregnated dressings for infection control

• Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for complex wounds

Debridement Techniques

• Autolytic debridement using specialized dressings

• Enzymatic debridement for selective tissue removal

• Sharp debridement for rapid removal of non-viable tissue

• Mechanical debridement using advanced wound cleansing systems

Bioengineered Skin Substitutes

• Application of growth factor-enriched dressings

• Cellular and tissue-based products for wounds that are difficult to heal

Compression Therapy

• Multi-layer compression bandaging in treatment of venous ulcers

• Pneumatic compression devices for the management of lymphedema

Complex Wound Care Includes

Diabetic Foot Ulcers

• Offloading techniques and specialized shoe gear

• Routine foot inspection and preventive care

• Collaboration with podiatrists for complete management

Pressure Ulcers

• Starting of turning schedules

• Pressure relief devices and surfaces

• Nutritional support for wound healing

Surgical Wounds

• Assessment of post-operative wounds

• Management of surgical wound infections

• Management of dehiscent wounds with specialized care

Burns

• Appropriate dressing according to wound depth and anatomic location

• Pain at dressing changes

• Scar management and contracture prevention

Trauma Wounds

• Management of complex traumatic wounds

• Coordination with trauma specialists to optimize patient care

Infection Control and Prevention

Strict Aseptic Techniques

• Sterile equipment and supplies

• Measures to ensure hand hygiene

• Tainting materials for disposal or contaminated materials

Antimicrobial Management

• Topical antimicrobials as indicated

• Coordination with physician for systemic antibiotic therapy

• Serial wound cultures to guide antimicrobial utilization

Biofilm Management

• Identifying the biofilm and disrupting

• Anti-biofilm dressings and cleansers

Pain Management Strategies

Non-pharmacological Therapies

• The schedule of dressing to change when the peak action of pain medications

• Distraction during debridements

• Cooling or warming depending on status

Pharmacological Therapies

• Coordination with physicians about the right kind of analgesic prescriptions

• Pre-medicate with appropriate topical analgesics topically anesthetized prior to procedures

Patient and Family Teaching

Wound Care Teaching

• Return demonstration by the patient of a simple dressing change

• Importance of wound cleanliness

• Nutrition and the healing processes

Healthcare Teaching

• Teach the patient and caregiver the signs and symptoms of infection or complications

• When to call for urgent medical

Lifestyle Modifications

• Counseling on smoking cessation to promote healing

• Education on proper exercise and mobility

Patient and Family Teaching

Wound Care Teaching

• Return demonstration by the patient of a simple dressing change

• Importance of wound cleanliness

• Nutrition and the healing processes

Healthcare Teaching

• Teach the patient and caregiver the signs and symptoms of infection or complications

• When to call for urgent medical

Lifestyle Modifications

• Counseling on smoking cessation to promote healing

• Education on proper exercise and mobility

At Golden Hand Home Nursing, our wound care and dressing service concept is broad and advanced care to derive optimal healing in our patients, reduce complications, and improve quality of life. Our team's expertise, backed by the latest technology and techniques, will ensure each patient receives nothing short of the best possible standard of care.

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