Abstract |
Age- and disease-related factors can cause the skin to become susceptible to damage, particularly at dressing change. This review recommends ways of avoiding skin trauma when removing adhesive dressings and surgical tapes.
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Authors | K F Cutting |
Journal | Journal of wound care
(J Wound Care)
Vol. 17
Issue 4
Pg. 157-8, 160-2
(Apr 2008)
ISSN: 0969-0700 [Print] England |
PMID | 18494433
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Review)
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Topics |
- Age Factors
- Aged
- Aging
(pathology)
- Bandages
(adverse effects, supply & distribution)
- Causality
- Geriatric Assessment
- Humans
- Nursing Assessment
- Patient Selection
- Skin
(injuries, pathology)
- Skin Care
(adverse effects, instrumentation, nursing)
- Surgical Tape
(adverse effects, supply & distribution)
- Wound Healing
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