I think I understand the root of your question, and that is, if we are focusing so much on the importance of debridement as a very first important step in chronic wound management, how can we expect nurses, if unable to debride, to take the helm? In SA regulations for sharp debridement are very vague. "Methods of Wound Debridement,"1 state that the skill level required of someone to debride is a "Licensed healthcare provider who has been specifically educated, trained, and demonstrated competency in sharp debridement in accordance with licensure and facility policies and procedures." One of the reasons I teach students to debride. Debridement on a serial basis is essential for speedy healing.
I think I understand the root of your question, and that is, if we are focusing so much on the importance of debridement as a very first important step in chronic wound management, how can we expect nurses, if unable to debride, to take the helm? In SA regulations for sharp debridement are very vague. "Methods of Wound Debridement,"1 state that the skill level required of someone to debride is a "Licensed healthcare provider who has been specifically educated, trained, and demonstrated competency in sharp debridement in accordance with licensure and facility policies and procedures." One of the reasons I teach students to debride. Debridement on a serial basis is essential for speedy healing.