Authors

  1. Tomaselli, Nancy L. MSN, RN, CRNP, CWOCN, CLNC

Abstract

PURPOSE: To provide the physician and registered professional nurse with an overview of education strategies for patients with wounds.

 

TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in learning more about strategies for educating patients with wounds.

 

OBJECTIVES: After reading the article and taking the test, the participant should be able to:

 

1. Describe the educational needs of the adult learner.

 

2. Discuss strategies for educating the adult learner in wound care.