Communication barriers when managing a patient with a wound

The management of a wound can prove challenging to the nurse when the needs of a patient are complex and there are barriers to overcome. This case study discusses the methods used by a community nurse when considering some of the problems that presented as a result of communication difficulties with a patient. The use of a wound assessment tool proved valuable when collecting and organizing information and the importance of gaining adequate information at assessment is outline. The article shows how communication impacts on the quality of care given, and how it affects the experiences of both nurse and patients, especially when the psychological and physical aspects of care are both equally demanding. The need for nurse and patient to work in concordance is reflected on as one of the lessons learnt from this case study.