Nationwide study of nurses' needs in wound care begins. It is still a challenge for medicine
The “Wounds under Control” campaign announces the launch of a nationwide survey aimed at learning about the daily challenges and needs of nurses in the field of chronic wound care. This survey, covering a wide range of issues, from legal aspects related to nursing procedures, to the possibility of using innovative and recommended solutions, such as advanced dressings, the use of recommended antiseptics, to cooperation with other specialists and patient education. As the data shows, over 35 thousand hospitalizations in Poland each year are related to complications of difficult-to-heal wounds, and the problem affects up to 1 million patients. The results of the study will serve as a basis for systemic changes supporting nurses and improving the care of patients with wounds.
Wounds pose a major challenge in treatmentThe problem of chronic wounds, such as venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers and pressure ulcers, is a significant challenge for the Polish healthcare system. According to data from the Polish Association for Professional Wound Therapy, as many as 16% of all antibiotic prescriptions in Poland are related to wound treatment, which translates into a growing problem of antibiotic resistance.
A new study will help determine how the rational use of innovative local solutions, such as specialist dressings and antiseptics, can support the reduction of antibiotic use and thus reduce the risk of bacterial resistance to drugs. The correct use of antiseptics, in accordance with recommendations, can play a key role in the prevention of infections , which significantly burden the healthcare system.
- The challenges associated with the treatment of chronic wounds require extensive knowledge and skills. Nurses are a key link in the care of patients with wounds, but they are often left without the necessary resources and support. Over the years, we have seen how the lack of systemic solutions negatively affects the quality of care and, as a result, the health of patients. The study initiated by the "Wounds under Control" Campaign is the first step towards supporting our professional group and creating standards that will respond to real needs. I hope that the conclusions from the study will allow for a better understanding of the challenges faced by nurses, and will also indicate those areas that require special attention. Our goal is to create a work environment in which nurses will be able to effectively and fully implement their competences in the field of wound therapy - says Mariola Łodzińska, M.A., President of the Supreme Council of Nurses and Midwives.
The use of recommended therapeutic strategies, such as TIMERS or Wound Hygiene, and thus proper preparation of the wound bed, is crucial in the healing process. A key role is assigned to fighting infection and using antiseptics recommended by societies and expert groups, containing effective, fast-acting and safe molecules, such as octenidine. Decolonization of the wound and removal of microorganisms from the surrounding skin is increasingly seen as a key element of wound therapy – from washing the wound to protecting against biofilm formation. The “Wounds under Control” campaign takes action to implement solutions that allow for more effective management of therapy for difficult-to-heal wounds in the era of antibiotic resistance.
Who is the study aimed at?The study is aimed at nurses working in various areas of healthcare – in hospitals, clinics, long-term care centers and other medical facilities.
The survey, available at https://www.interankiety.pl/a/Badaniepotrzebpielgniarek , includes questions about treatment procedures, professional competences, training needs and everyday challenges in wound therapy. The participation of nurses is crucial to identify real professional needs and develop recommendations for further actions to improve the quality of wound therapy in Poland. The survey will be available until March 17.
Source: Polish Nationwide Agreement for Wound Therapy Updated: 24/02/2025 18:00
politykazdrowotna
