Wound care during the COVID-19 pandemic: Improving outcomes through the integration of telemedicine
Publication Date
2021
Journal Title
J Wound Care
Abstract
© 2021 MA Healthcare Ltd. All rights reserved. COVID-19 is highly contagious and its rapid spread burdens the healthcare system. As the number of confirmed cases goes up, the shortage of medical resources has become a challenge. To avoid the collapse of the healthcare system during the fight with COVID-19, all healthcare workers, including wound care practitioners, should adapt to new roles and use any appropriate methods available to slow the spread of the virus. Integrating telemedicine into wound care during the outbreak helps maintain social distancing, preserve personal protective equipment and medical resources, and eliminate unnecessary exposure for both vulnerable patients and high-risk healthcare workers.
Volume Number
30
Pages
S12 - S17
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Surgery
Additional Departments
COVID-19 Publications
PMID
DOI
10.12968/jowc.2021.30.sup2.s12