(GS3) General Session - The Science Catches Up with the Kennedy Terminal Ulcer
- Room: Ballroom B-C
- Session Number:GS3
Monday,June 06, 2022:8:40 AM -9:40 AM
Contact Hours: 1
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Description
The presenters will discuss the KTU in the context of skin failure. The Kennedy Terminal Ulcer (KTU) was first described by Karen Kennedy-Evans over three decades ago. Common characteristics of the KTU, for example, size, shape, onset, and association with end of life will be presented by Ms. Kennedy Evans. She will also present findings from a recent study using thermography to examine skin temperature characteristics of early KTU. Leslie Ritter, PhD, RN will discuss the microvascular pathophysiology that may explain theories on the development and characteristics of the KTU.
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Learning Outcome
Learners will consider the use of objective skin temperature measurements when assessing all forms of skin failure.
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