Care of patients with minor injuries.
Patients presenting with minor injuries are treated in a variety of healthcare settings and are often assessed by nurses. This article provides an overview of the care and management of patients with common minor injuries, exploring history taking, physical examination, treatment options and professional issues in relation to care delivery. Various consultation models used during patient assessment are explored to give an understanding of how they help to inform practitioners' decision making. The professional and legal responsibilities of the nurse in this autonomous role are also discussed.
University of Salford, Manchester. a.s.gloster@salford.ac.uk
Annabella
A
Gloster
Lorraine
L
Ganley
D004496:Education, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D006113:United Kingdom; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy*