Welcome and Introductions
Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin and Soft Tissues, Wound Healing
- Review the anatomy, structure, and function of the skin and underlying tissues
- Explain the function of the skin and soft tissues, and the changes normal with aging
Peripheral Arterial Disease and Arterial Wounds
- Review the pathophysiology, signs, and symptoms of peripheral arterial disease and conditions associated with the disease
- Review the diagnosis of arterial disease, criteria for referral to vascular surgery, and interventions (endovascular and surgical)
Chronic Venous Insufficiency and Venous Ulcers
- Describe specific interventions for chronic venous insufficiency and ulcerations
- Implement initial evaluation and patient-centered management strategies for patients with chronic venous insufficiency
- Associate the anatomy of the vascular system to the pathophysiology of lymphedema
- Identify long-term management options for patients with lymphedema
- Assess research and evidence related to wound management
- Employ techniques from controlled trials, case studies, and cohort studies to translate current best evidence into clinical practice
- Review the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and stages of pressure ulcers
- Outline specific interventions for pressure ulcer prevention and management of pressure, shear, friction, and moisture
- Review burn types based on the mechanism of injury
- Determine the best course of treatment for optimal outcomes in patients with burns
Diabetes and Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Recognize underlying mechanisms of the effects of diabetes on wound healing and comprehensive assessment and physical examination
- Recognize the importance of an accurate diagnosis of atypical wounds
- Identify the clinical presentation of many atypical wounds and some associated treatment interventions
