[Nursing expertise in wounds and healing, a major asset in home care]

In health care institutions and at home, assessing the needs of patients with wounds, setting up a protocol adapted to the condition of the wound, and providing human assistance and resources optimize the positive evolution of the situation. In the home, the links between city and hospital professionals promote comprehensive support for the person. In this perspective, the wound and healing referral nurse at the hospital at home shares her expertise with private nurses to improve the quality of care.