The State of the Science: Medical Adhesive Related Skin Injury (MARSI)

May 21, 2015 12:00pm ‐ May 21, 2015 1:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:
Medical Adhesive Related Skin Injury (MARSI) is relatively new nomenclature for a commonly observed clinical complication. WOC nurses have an opportunity to define and champion best practice for the prevention of skin injuries for patients in all settings. Attend this webinar to ensure you are up-to-speed on this concept and the next steps for WOC nurses.

Objectives:
At the end of this webinar, the participants will be able to:

  1. List 3 presentations of medical adhesive related skin injury (MARSI)
  2. Discuss 5 of the Best Practice statements pertaining to the prevention of medical adhesive related skin injury

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from 3M Health Care.  The WOCN Society does not endorse specific products or services.


Collaboration between PT & WOC Nurses on Managing Risk to the Lower Extremity

May 7, 2015 12:00pm ‐ May 7, 2015 1:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:

Collaboration is essential as we seek optimal patient outcomes and appropriate product selection. Physical therapists and WOC nurses each bring a unique skill set when considering pressure redistribution methods to prevent pressure ulceration and lower extremity complications. Join this webinar to hear two interdisciplinary leaders discuss the benefits of collaboration and the latest on the prevention of heel pressure ulcers!

Objectives:
At the end of this webinar, the participants will be able to:

  1. Understand how the pathophysiology of pressure ulcer development can lead to other complications and functional impairments of the lower extremity.
  2. Discuss research dynamics for the prevention of heel ulcers and plantar flexion contractures.

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from Sage Products. The WOCN Society does not endorse specific products or services.