MALIGNANT WOUNDS ASSESSMENT AND …

90 MALIGNANT WOUNDS ASSESSMENT AND management algorithm ASSESSMENT /DIAGNOSIS Complete History Physical Status Psychosocial and Quality of Life Concerns Nutritional ASSESSMENT Investigations/Diagnostic Tests wound ASSESSMENT TREAT THE CAUSE Surgery Chemotherapy Radiotherapy Hormonal Blocking Agents TREAT PATIENT/FAMILY CONCERNS Pain management Impact on the Patient Address Psychological Issues and Coping Strategies Refer to Recommendations on Care of the wound bed TREAT THE wound Prevent/Treat Infection Control Bleeding Manage Exudates Control Odor Preserve Peri- wound Skin Integrity Aesthetic Dressing Stabilization Refer to Recommendations on Care of the wound bed 91 MALIGNANT WOUNDS INTRODUCTION A MALIGNANT wound is also known as tumor necrosis, a fungating wound , ulcerating cancerous wound , or MALIGNANT cutaneous wound . A MALIGNANT wound can be an emotional and physical challenge for patients, families and even for the experienced clinician.

90 MALIGNANT WOUNDS ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT ALGORITHM ASSESSMENT /DIAGNOSIS • Complete History • Physical Status • Psychosocial and Quality of Life Concerns

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