Minimising wound-related pain at dressing change: evidence-informed practice.
Pain is a common concern in patients with chronic wounds. The purpose of this article is to inform clinicians of empirical evidence for practice based on a recent published consensus document on wound related pain. A team approach is needed to address the experience of living with wound related pain within a holistic framework. The importance of regular pain assessment and strategies to minimize traumatic during wound care are highlighted.
Woo
Kevin Y
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Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada. kevin.woo@wchospital.ca
Harding
Keith
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Price
Patricia
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Sibbald
Gary
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D001458:Bandages / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003646:Debridement; D006801:Humans; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D010147:Pain Measurement; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy*