Evaluation of a cyanoacrylate protectant to manage skin tears in the acute care population.
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Skin tears are a common problem that can impact the quality of life due to pain and the potential of becoming complicated wounds if not treated properly. The use of a cyanoacrylate skin protectant to manage skin tears was evaluated in 30 patients in an acute care setting.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Medsurg nursing : official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
دوره 22 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013