title: The assessment and management of skin tears in care homes.
abstract: This article discusses a project conducted in Worcestershire nursing homes to review current practices in the management of skin tears and the subsequent development and implementation of guidelines resulting in a standardised client care package. An initial audit in five care homes was followed by an in-depth audit in 52 homes over a 12-week period. This led to the development of resources and the 'STAR box' to assist with implementation of timely and appropriate care delivery.
authors: Professional Development Unit, Birminghan City University.
authors: Jackie
authors: J
authors: Stephen-Haynes
authors: Rosie
authors: R
authors: Callaghan
authors: Elaine
authors: E
authors: Bethell
authors: Michelle
authors: M
authors: Greenwood
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001458:Bandages; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D022125:Lacerations / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy; D009731:Nursing Audit; D009735:Nursing Homes / Q000592:standards; D009737:Nursing Records / Q000592:standards; D010865:Pilot Projects; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012867:Skin / Q000293:injuries*