Management of Lower Extremity Wounds

PO5103 - January (PFC5)

This module is designed to give learners opportunities to explore current concepts in the
management of lower extremity wounds to enable critical practice in this specialised area of care.

The demands of wound care and prevention require comprehensive and detailed analysis of the
physiological and psychosocial components of the patient experience along with technical and
practical skills to perform holistic assessment and to provide safe and effective treatments based
upon current evidence. Module content is therefore based upon current best practice and
evidence-based guidelines, while also being cognisant of the psychosocial issues and significant
impact that lower extremity wounds can cause for those affected. Learners will explore and analyse existing and developing theories, policies and concepts that underpin wound healing and tissue
repair so facilitating professional and personal growth, building upon prior education and clinical
skills and knowledge in the field.

How to Apply

For further details contact:

Mari Moran (Wednesday & Friday)
School of Nursing & Midwifery 
University of Galway 
091-493740
Email: mari.moran@universityofgalway.ie