Course Introduction
The Wound Care Management for Nurses course provides essential knowledge and practical insights into the assessment, treatment, and monitoring of wounds across healthcare settings. It emphasizes evidence-based nursing practices, patient safety, and holistic wound care to promote optimal healing outcomes. This course aligns with Terraleap’s mission to empower nursing professionals with clinically relevant and skill-oriented education.
Scope of the Course
This course covers the fundamentals of wound care management, including wound assessment, classification, infection prevention, dressing selection, and documentation. It addresses common wound types such as surgical wounds, pressure injuries, diabetic ulcers, and chronic wounds, along with principles of pain management and patient education.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
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Understand the principles of wound healing and tissue repair
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Perform systematic wound assessment and classification
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Select appropriate wound care products and dressings
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Apply infection control and safety measures in wound care
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Document and communicate wound care plans effectively
Course Outcomes
After completing the course, learners will be able to:
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Deliver safe and effective wound care as part of nursing practice
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Promote timely wound healing and reduce complications
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Enhance patient comfort and quality of care
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Apply evidence-based wound care techniques confidently
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Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Who Can Enroll
This course is suitable for:
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Registered nurses and nursing assistants
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Nursing students and interns
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Home care and community health nurses
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Healthcare professionals involved in wound care
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Individuals seeking foundational or refresher training in wound care managemen