Perspectives of Chronic Wounds and Quality of Life Among Nursing Home Residents: A Descriptive Qualitative Study
Chronic wounds deeply affect quality of life and identity. Clinicians should recognize the emotional and social dimensions of wound care. Results can help guide clinicians in LTC facilities to improve residents' wound healing and promote overall QoL.
Authors
- Caroline Gwaltney
- Laura Santurri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2683-2863)
- Lisa Borrero (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4663-301X)
- Rochelle M Kopka (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-1598-4516)
Institutions
- Indiana University Health (US)
- Central Michigan University (US)
- Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Gerontological Nursing
- Published
- 2025-12-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20251211-01
- Primary Topic
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00