Pan Pacific Clinical Practice Guideline for the

Prevention and Management of Pressure Injury

CALL FOR COMMENT

The Australian Wound Management Association in collaboration with the New Zealand Wound Care Society, Hong Kong Enterostomal Therapists Association and Singapore Nursing Division, Ministry of Health have prepared draft Clinical Practice Guidelines for Prevention and Management of Pressure Injuries.

The guideline presents a comprehensive evidence based review of the diagnosis, assessment, management and prevention of pressure injuries within the Australian and partner countries healthcare context.

The guideline is intended for use in all health care settings and is relevant to all health populations.

A copy of the draft guideline can be obtained from: http://www.awma.com.au/

Submissions and comments must be received by close of business 15 December 2011 and can be made online or in writing addressed to:

Australian Wound Management Association

P. O Box 621

Woden, ACT 2606.

Fax: 02 – 62052279

Email: secretary@awma.com.au

A message from Australian Wound Management Association.

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AWMA Fellowship nominations open 4th November 2011 and closes January 21st 2012.

The WAWCA believes that all people with wounds are entitled to wound management which is appropriate and supported by current validated research.

The objectives of the Association are to promote excellence in wound care and pressure management by:

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