Codypatody

Codypatody BSN, RN

Telemetry, Hospice, Wound Care

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  1. WCS certification question

    Codypatody replied to Codypatody's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Sharlynn, Just wanted to let you know I register through WCEI for a course in May. I wasn't getting any response to my questions for the AAWM's program so I decided to do the WCC. I am very...

  2. ?? re wound vac

    Codypatody replied to cherilee's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    No, the dressing does not have to be sterile...only if the physician or your facility's wound care protocol dictates it. I work with mainly home health nurses and they use standard precautions when...

  3. ?? re wound vac

    Codypatody replied to cherilee's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    The dressings are packed sterile but the dressing technique does not have to be sterile. Only if the doctor orders it that way. If the foam drops onto the bed or floor, it is NOT appropriate to use...

  4. Wound Vac Tips and MRSA sterile dressing

    Codypatody replied to garciadiego's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Incorrect...infection is NOT a contraindication for wound VACs. One of the things a VAC does is remove infectious material. Contraindications are eschar in wound, untreated osteo, non enteric...

  5. Wound Vac Tips and MRSA sterile dressing

    Codypatody replied to garciadiego's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    KCI customer service # is 800 275 4524. If you need inservicing, the customer service rep can page the local rep who services your area. Just need to tell them your zip code. The company is...

  6. Undermining: What it is?

    Codypatody replied to nursbaybie's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Another thing you want to think about with undermining is what caused it. For example, if you are dealing with a sacral/coccyx pressure ulcer, shearing is most likely the cause. If the patient's...

  7. Moving to Scottsdale in September-Help!

    Codypatody posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    I am relocating to Scottsdale in 6 weeks and have begun my search for a nursing position. I am interested in Cardiac/ICU/Cath Lab. I have 6 yrs exp. Any input on the hospitals close to...

  8. Moving to Scottsdale in September-Help!

    Codypatody replied to Codypatody's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Thank you for the advice and input...I look forward to my interviews and learning more about what is available for