Wound Care Bariatrics Training Resources

Bariatric Care - Wound Care - A Guide for Nurses and Healthcare Staff

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It includes a 56‑slide presentation, handouts and a multiple‑choice end‑of‑session assessment. 

• How obesity affects wound development and healing

• How to identify risk factors including moisture friction shear and comorbidities

• How to carry out thorough wound assessments

• How to recognise common bariatric wound complications

• How to apply evidence‑based interventions to support healing

• How to use assessment findings to support safe care planning

• How to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Overall Aim: To equip healthcare professionals with comprehensive knowledge and skills in wound care management to optimise patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives:​

Understand the principles of wound assessment, classification and management to tailor treatment plans effectively.
Implement advanced wound care techniques and innovative solutions to address complex wound healing challenges.

Presentation (69 Slides)
Aims and Objectives
Introduction
Importance of Wound Care in Bariatric Patients

SECTION -Understanding Bariatric Patients
Definition and Characteristics
Common Health Challenges

SECTION - Types of Wounds
Pressure Ulcers
Surgical Wounds
Diabetic Ulcers
Other Wounds

SECTION - Risk Factors for Wound Development
Obesity Related Factors
Mobility Issues
Comorbidities
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SECTION - Assessment of Wounds
Introduction​
Initial Evaluation
Classification
Staging - Pressure Ulcers  (NPUAP/EPUAP System)
Staging - Diabetic Foot Ulcers (WAGNER CLASSIFICATION)
Other Wound Classification Sytems

SECTION - Assessment of Wounds - Diagnostic Tools
Introduction
Wound Measurement Tools
Wound Assessment Scales and Scores
Clinical Evaluation Tools and Laboratory Tests
Advanced Imaging Techniques, CT, Microvascular Assessment, Histological Examination

SECTION - Cleaning and Debridement
Cleaning (Wound Irrigation)
Debridement
Timing and Frequency
Patient Comfort, Pain Management
Documentation and Monitoring

SECTION - Moisture Balance
Introduction
Purpose of Moisture Balance, Assessment of Wound Moisture
Techniques to Manage Moisture Balance
Addressing Excess Moisture (Maceration)
Preventing Dryness, Monitoring and Adjustments

SECTION - Infection Control
Introduction
Assessment and Monitoring, Wound Cleansing
Debridement, Dressing Selection
Antibiotic Therapy, Preventative Measures
Patient Education, Documentation and Monitoring

SECTION - Advanced Techniques
Introduction
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Biologic Dressings

SECTION - Role of Nutrition in Wound Healing
Introduction
Role of Nutrition in Wound Healing
Specific Nutrients for Bariatric Patients

SECTION - Pre and Post Operative Wound Care
Preoperative Assessment and Skin Preparation
Postoperative Wound Care in Bariatric Surgey
Managing Complications in Bariatric Surgery

SECTION - Summary of Key Points​
References and Further Reading

Word Documents
Handout x 7
Multiple choice end of session assessment

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