Learning objectives
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Understand the importance of vascular evaluation for patients with a chronic wound to avoid consequences of delayed diagnosis.
- Identify pitfalls related to pulse palpation.
- Identify pitfalls related to the interpretation of an Ankle Brachial Index.
- Consider all patients with a venous leg ulcer to be assessed for venous intervention in addition to compression therapy to improve ulcer healing and prevent recurrence.
Author: Annette Høgh
