Authors

  1. Ahn, Chulhyun MD, MS
  2. Mulligan, Peter MPA
  3. Salcido, Richard "Sal" MD

Abstract

PURPOSE: To provide wound care practitioners with information about the effects of smoking on wound healing.

 

TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in wound care.

 

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

 

1. Describe the physiologic relationship between smoking and wound healing.

 

2. Discuss the phenomenon of smoking addiction and both pharmacologic and behavioral approaches to smoking cessation.