Advanced Wound Care and Wound VAC Therapy in Parma, Ohio
Broadview provides coordinated wound care for residents with complex healing needs. The Certified Wound Nurse works with physicians, nursing professionals, rehabilitation staff, dietary professionals, residents, and families to monitor progress and support the care plan.
- Wound care may address:
- Surgical wounds
- Pressure injuries
- Vascular wounds
- Diabetic wounds
- Chronic or slow-healing wounds
- Wounds affected by mobility or other medical conditions
- Wounds requiring negative-pressure therapy
Wound VAC Therapy
Wound VAC therapy—also known as negative-pressure wound therapy—may be used for clinically appropriate wounds under physician direction. Availability depends on the wound assessment, physician orders, equipment, staffing, and the individualized care plan.
Coordinated Support
Wound healing may also require nursing care, medication management, nutrition support, pressure reduction, mobility assistance, rehabilitation, dialysis coordination, and management of underlying health conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wound Care
Does Broadview have a Certified Wound Nurse?
Yes. Broadview employs a Certified Wound Nurse who provides specialized oversight within the wound-care program.
Is Wound VAC therapy available?
Yes, for clinically appropriate residents under physician direction and subject to assessment and availability.
What types of wounds may be treated?
The program may support surgical, pressure, vascular, diabetic, chronic, and other complex wounds after clinical review.
Is wound care available during short-term rehabilitation?
Yes, when wound care is clinically indicated and included in the resident’s plan of care.
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Call (216) 749-4010 to discuss wound-care needs and admission eligibility.