Open AccessMinimising wound‐related pain at dressing change: evidence‐informed practice
Author(s) -
Woo Kevin Y,
Harding Keith,
Price Patricia,
Sibbald Gary
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
international wound journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.867
H-Index - 63
eISSN - 1742-481X
pISSN - 1742-4801
DOI - 10.1111/j.1742-481x.2008.00486.x
Subject(s) - medicine , wound care , pain management , chronic pain , intensive care medicine , nursing , physical therapy
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.