Nursing management of necrotising fasciitis.
Necrotising fasciitis is a soft tissue infection often caused by two or more bacteria, most commonly Group A streptococcus bacteria. This article provides an overview of the symptoms, treatment and nursing care of patients with necrotising fasciitis. Psychosocial considerations, public perceptions, consent and advocacy are also discussed.
Gully
Susan
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Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Carmarthanshire, Wales. sue@gully.totalserve.co.uk
D001294:Attitude to Health; D019115:Fasciitis, Necrotizing / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000382:microbiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D005239:Fear; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D008402:Mass Media; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011788:Quality of Life; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing