| Transitional off-loading: an evidence-based approach to pressure redistribution in the diabetic foot. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 20299844 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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PURPOSE: To enhance the learner's competence in providing pressure redistribution therapy for the diabetic foot. TARGET AUDIENCE: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care. OBJECTIVES: After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to: 1. Relate diabetic foot problems to the need for using off-loading devices. 2. Distinguish between the various types of dressings and off-loading devices used for diabetic foot wounds. 3. Apply the "transitional approach" to off-loading the diabetic foot. |
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Authors:
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James McGuire |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Advances in skin & wound care Volume: 23 ISSN: 1538-8654 ISO Abbreviation: Adv Skin Wound Care Publication Date: 2010 Apr |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-03-19 Completed Date: 2010-06-15 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 100911021 Medline TA: Adv Skin Wound Care Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 175-88; quiz 189-90 Citation Subset: N |
Affiliation:
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Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Department of Podiatric Medicine and Orthopedics, USA. |
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
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therapeutic use Combined Modality Therapy Debridement / methods Diabetic Foot / prevention & control, therapy* Education, Medical, Continuing* Equipment Design Humans Orthotic Devices Pressure Ulcer / therapy Risk Reduction Behavior Skin Care / methods* Walking Weight-Bearing* Wound Healing* |
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0/Anti-Bacterial Agents |
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