In Person Conference Workshop on Debridement - In partnership with NSWOCC

Jointly sponsored by Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada and Wounds Canada

Please note that pre-requisites are required for this workshop. All participants must have completed one of the following programs: Best Practice Approach to Skin Health and Wound Management: Knowledge(A100MNN), Wounds Canada Institute SHARP Program, Wounds Canada Institute Wound Care Champion Program, IIWCC, SWAN, NSWOCC or Master’s in Wound Healing

Learning Objectives: At the end of this session participants will be able to

• Define conservative sharp wound debridement and outline indications for its use as an intervention in wound care
• Distinguish those wounds that will benefit from debridement and those that will not considering including type of wounds, appearance of wound, and healing progress
• Describe best practices in debridement taking into consideration safety, pain, fear, infection, and patient trust
• Outline factors to consider in preparing the patient for debridement to create a sense of trust and reduce feelings of fear
• Document the steps in arranging for debridement with attention to preparing the site, infection control, equipment, dressing, waste management
• Apply debridement techniques in a simulated situation with the guidance of a facilitator