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Chapter 1

Basics of wound healing

After a quick review of the layers of the skin, examine the phases of wound healing and the factors that impact wound healing.
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13m
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Chapter 2

Wound assessment

Use your senses and determine the type of wound so that you can document, dress, and manage it appropriately.
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Chapter 3

Common wound etiologies

Categorize major wound etiologies (e.g., arterial, pressure, neuropathic, venous), identify tools to aid in diagnosis, and master how to treat wound infections.
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Chapter 4

Wound management

Learn about dressing categories, the indications for procedures such as debridement and biopsy, and identify the role of negative pressure therapy.
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Maria S. Goddard, MD CWS MAPWCA
Maria is the CEO of Goddard Medical, LLC, and Chair of the Communication Committee of the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC).
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