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Low-value wound care: Are nurses and physicians choosing wisely? A mixed methods study.

Eva W VerkerkGetty Huisman-de WaalLydia C OvertoomGert P WestertHester VermeulenRudolf B KoolSimone A van Dulmen
Published in: International journal of nursing practice (2023)
Although most nurses and physicians were aware of the recommendations, not all adhered to them. Increasing awareness is not enough for successful implementation. A tailored approach that removes the barriers is necessary, such as increasing knowledge about wounds and changing the work environment.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • primary care
  • mental health
  • quality improvement
  • wound healing
  • palliative care
  • clinical practice
  • affordable care act
  • surgical site infection