Dr. Vigna emphasizes the role of wound care nurses in preventing and managing Stage III/IV pressure ulcers to avoid complications like osteomyelitis and death. Wound care nurses are patient advocates.

Years ago, I remember receiving a consult from a nurse who stated that the wound ... We teach many of our patients and their families wound care protocols, so it is imperative that the procedure ...

The infected ant is marked in white. We first observe wound care by the nursing ant, followed by the collection of metapleural gland secretions using the forelegs to reach the gland and mouth and ...