Optimising resources: an evidence-based pathway using UrgoStart for community-based patients with wounds

Area of Science:

• Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Management
• Wound Care

Background:

• Effective management of chronic wounds is crucial for nursing practice and resource optimization in community settings.
• A coordinated approach to wound assessment, treatment, and management is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a project implementing an evidence-based treatment pathway for leg ulcers.
• To highlight the benefits of this pathway for the NHS, nursing staff, and patients.
• To provide guidance for other nursing teams.

Main Methods:

• A collaborative project between a tissue viability team and a district nursing team.
• Implementation of an evidence-based treatment pathway for patients with leg ulcers.
• Focus on a coordinated and strategic approach to chronic wound management.

Main Results:

• Positive benefits observed for the National Health Service (NHS), nursing staff, and patients.
• Demonstrated success in implementing an evidence-based wound care strategy.
• Provided a model for improved chronic wound management in community nursing.

Conclusions:

• The implementation of an evidence-based treatment pathway for leg ulcers is beneficial.
• A strategic and coordinated approach enhances nursing practice and resource optimization.
• This project offers a replicable model for effective chronic wound management.