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Area of Science:

  • Wound Care
  • Psychology
  • Health Sciences

Background:

  • Chronic and complex wounds affect a significant patient population.
  • Understanding patient coping mechanisms is crucial for effective treatment in outpatient settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate coping strategies employed by patients with chronic and/or complex wounds.
  • To explore the relationship between wound etiology and preferred coping mechanisms.
  • To assess cognitive functioning in patients with chronic wounds.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the Utrecht Coping List (UCL) to assess coping strategies.
  • Employed the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) to evaluate cognitive function.
  • Studied a cohort of 50 patients with diverse wound etiologies including diabetic foot ulcers, lower extremity ulcers, surgical wounds, trauma wounds, and pressure ulcers.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences in coping scores were observed between genders and control groups.
  • Distinct wound etiologies were associated with preferences for specific coping strategies.
  • Approximately 28% of participants exhibited lower MMSE scores, suggesting potential cognitive impairments.

Conclusions:

  • A potential association exists between wound etiology and preferred coping strategies, informing clinical treatment approaches.
  • Further research is warranted to explore the impact of coping strategies on wound healing rates.