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1
Q

What does NPWT stand for?

A

Negative pressure wound thearpy

2
Q

How does NPWT work

A

-Removes excess interstitial fluid
-Decreases edema
-Increases localized blood flow
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3
Q

Contraindications for NPWT

A
  • Exposed vital organs
  • Inadequate debridment
  • Untreated osteomylitits or sepsis
  • Untreated coagulopathy
  • Necrotic tissue with eschar
  • Malignancy
4
Q

What is NWPT

A

The application of vacuum to a wound through suction to draw edges together, while providing a moist environment to promote healing

5
Q

Maximum Biological effect is?

A

-80mmHg

6
Q

What rate provides improve granulation tissue and micro vascular improvement

A

-125mmhg

7
Q

What happens to the wound with NPWT

A

Removes exudate
Contracts the wound bed
Prepares a wound for closure
Helps form granulation tissue

8
Q

How is the NPWT applied

A

With sterile technique

9
Q

What type of wounds would benefit from NPWT

A
Dehisced wound
Diabetic foot ulcer
Vascular ulcer 
Burn wounds
Surgical Wounds
10
Q

What are some Advantages to NPWT

A
Improves patient comfort
Reduces frequency of dressing changes
Reduce infection risk
Reduce treatment cost
Rapid wound granulation and Epithelization
11
Q

What are some things you should be aware of when caring for a patient with NPWT

A

Use caution when turning or positioning the patient
Report and document any changes in the dressing
Report and document any change in the patient temp and comfort

12
Q

What is a key thing to remember when dealing with NPWT

A

Keep in mind, once negative pressure wound therapy is initiated, it must be maintained, and the wound must stay sealed to avoid wound desiccation

13
Q

What are some unexpected outcomes of NPWT

A

Wound appears tender and swollen
Increase in drainage
Foul odor is present

14
Q

What are some nursing interventions/medical interventions you can for unexpected outcomes

A
Obtain wound culture
notify Dr.
Pain assessment 
Consult with wound therapy nurse
?Change pressure setting, move from intermittent to continuous suction