Wound care of the advanced cancer patient.
Prevention remains our best defense in maintaining skin integrity. Daily skin inspection, gentle cleaning, cleansing after episodes of incontinence, moisturizer use, containment of drainage, and minimization of contributing factors are essential steps in caring for patients who are at risk for or who actually develop wounds. Proper techniques for positioning can be taught to the patient and the caregiver. Support mattresses and cushions may be required to prevent or treat skin breakdown. Mobility training and strengthening can make a difference in the successful treatment of wounds. Adequate nutrition is essential for healing and plays a pivotal role in the success or failure of the treatment plan.
Froiland
Kathryn G
KG
Division of Nursing, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Box 163, Houston, TX 77030, USA. kfroilan@mdanderson.org
D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D001458:Bandages; D001513:Beds; D004643:Emollients / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005242:Fecal Incontinence / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications*; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010166:Palliative Care / Q000379:methods; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*; D011322:Primary Prevention / Q000379:methods; D011379:Prognosis; D012307:Risk Factors; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods*; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*
D004643:Emollients