chappy34

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1. Fistula pouch issues

   chappy34 posted a topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   Currently treating a 9 year old with hepatic embryonal sarcoma and open wound with enterocutaneous fistula that has stomatized in a 3rd of it (RUQ measuring 5cm x 2.5cm following rib line). Now it has...

2. Prevena VAC

   chappy34 replied to chappy34's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   Thank you so much for your

3. Prevena VAC

   chappy34 posted a topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   Hello, I am curious about the Prevena incisional VAC by KCI/Acelity. I've been doing some research regarding its effectiveness of prevention of post-surgical complications (which appears to need more...

4. Stage 2 wound...

   chappy34 replied to MessyMomma's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   If you're an MD, have you considered sharp debridement? Or referring patient to one that can debride it? This will quickly get rid of the slough instead of the very slow process of santyl or other...

5. WOCN: is continence necessary

   chappy34 posted a topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   I am wondering if the Continence portion of the WOCN certification is necessary. I heard that the continence portion isn't used as much by these nurses. Anyone able to shine some light on this...