Implementation of the Champions for Skin Integrity model to improve leg and foot ulcer care in the primary healthcare setting

Journal of Clinical Nursing
Chrisina N ParkerKathleen J Finlayson

Abstract

To facilitate evidence-based leg and foot ulcer management through implementation of the Champions for Skin Integrity model to education in primary health care in Australia. Leg and foot ulcers are frequently seen wounds in general practice and wound care the most frequently performed activity by practice nurses. The literature reports the lack of evidence-based leg and foot ulcer assessment, management and prevention strategies in this setting, and previous research in regard to confidence and knowledge has indicated that general practice health professionals have the greatest need for education in wound care. Pre-post, nonequivalent group research design. The Champions for Skin Integrity model of evidence-based wound management utilised strategies including workshops, development of Champions and use of resources. Pre- and post-implementation health professional surveys and patient clinical audits were completed. Descriptive statistics were calculated for all variables. Paired t tests identified statistically significant differences between the pre/post staff survey data. STROBE guidelines for reporting were followed (See Appendix S1). One hundred nine general practice healthcare professional staff attended the workshops. Sig...Continue Reading

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