Ulcers Flashcards
1
Q
How do you treat venous ulcers? (3)
A
Compression
Elevation
Surgery
2
Q
How do you treat arterial ulcers? (3)
A
Manage risk factors
Antiplatelet meds
Revascularisation
3
Q
How do you treat a diabetic neuropathic ulcer? (2)
A
Offload pressure
Topical growth factors
4
Q
How do you treat a pressure ulcer? (3)
A
Offload pressure
Reduction of moisture and friction
Adequate nutrition