Integumentary System: Wound Healing

A wound is an injury to the skin and its underlying tissue. An intentional wound is made by a healthcare professional for therapeutic purposes and interventions, like surgery. An unintentional wound is a result of an accidental injury like skin tears and trauma from a car crash or a fall. As a nursing assistant, your role will be to assist the nurse in wound care and observe for any changes that might indicate a problem with healing.