WOUND CARE STRATEGIES FOR CLTS - NORTON SCHOOL

1. WOUND CARE STRATEGIES FOR CLTS - NortonSchool of Lymphedema Therapy COURSE DESCRIPTION It is common to see wounds in lymphedema practice. As such, CLTs are confident about the successful management of the lymphedema, but less so for concomitant wounds. As professionals, CLTs must approach these cases with knowledge and skill since each patient deserves the best possible outcome regardless of the complexity. This 2-day course provides the foundational skills of clinical wound care based upon accepted standards. Both lymphedema and wounds are problems of the integument. Current research describes lymphatic and circulatory anatomy as closely linked, whereby the lymphatic vasculature may be the primary system for all reabsorption. Literature also supports that insufficiency of lymph drainage not only contributes to sluggish wound healing and recurrence of ulcers, but may also be the underlying pathology that contributes to the formation of a venous ulcer. Therefore, controlling periwound lymphedema results in enhanced wound healing. CLTs play a critical role in eliminating pathophysiologic barriers to wound healing and are uniquely aligned to optimally treat and support the lymphatic system. In the case of chronic wounds, lymphatic treatment can help propel the wound to full closure in the most effective and efficient manner. As such, the CLT combines wound care expertise with lymphedema expertise and is best positioned to heal chronic wounds. This interactive class is taught by certified and experienced lymphedema therapists with extensive experience and certification in wound care. Content focuses on: ● functional anatomy of the skin ● acute vs chronic wound healing ● etiology of different wound types including venous, arterial, diabetic, and pressure ulcers ● wound assessment and documentation ● types of, and indications for, different wound dressings ● practical treatment planning for the clinic Instruction blends the lymphedema skill set with wound care strategy, keeping the instruction relevant to the lymphedema clinic. Case studies, videos, and exercises in clinical decision-making are included to help prepare the student for real cases.

2. Before Treatment In Treatment After Treatment COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of the Wound Care Strategies for CLTs course, students will be able: ● explain the basic anatomy and function of the skin (integument) ● understand normal wound healing processes ● understand the differences between acute and chronic wounds ● understand current accepted rationale for development of chronic wounds ● refer to research that supports lymphedema treatment in cases of chronic wounds ● understand the triangle of wound assessment; including wound base, wound edge, and periwound ● understand NERDS and STONEES to differentiate between critical colonization and infection ● understand categories of wound care dressings ● develop individualized wound care strategies for various wound presentations including selection of appropriate wound dressings CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT AND FORMAT This 2-day weekend course is a thoughtful blend of theoretical content and practical instructor-led clinical instruction. The student will first achieve familiarity with the essentials of wound etiology and care, and then through demonstration, will assess, select appropriate wound dressings, and apply the dressing onto a partner. Following this course, students will be able to adapt these new skills to various patient presentations commonly seen in wound care. With the use of clinical case studies, this course is presented in a collegial, relaxed, and interactive atmosphere that allows for free-flowing clinical discussion, helping to build

3. the critical-thinking skills that are as important as the manual skills learned. This course is taught by active clinician-educators who are as passionate about wound care as they are about lymphedema. CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs) CEUs are available for Physical Therapists through the Florida Physical Therapy Association (FPTA), Occupational Therapists through the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) (AOTA CEUs/Contact Hours (16); AOTA Classification Codes: Category 2, Domain of OT), and Nurses through the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. For questions about receiving CEUs please call us toll-free at (866) 808-2249. PROFESSIONAL PREREQUISITE The following professions are accepted for training: (1) CLTs who have completed a 135-hour LANA-recognized lymphedema certification program; (2) MDs CLASS TIMES A total of 16 hours of instruction is provided. Class hours are 8:00am–5:00pm, Saturday, Sunday. TUITION The tuition for the Wound Care Strategies for CLTs course is $595. Website - https://www.nortonschool.com/wound-care-strategies-for-clts.html