The National Improvement Programme for Wound Management (NIPWM) team have developed a series of tools and resources to support staff in providing evidence based, safe high quality wound care. They include recommendations that describe best practice in care in all HSE and HSE funded healthcare settings.
- HSE Pressure Ulcers Clinical Resource Pack (PDF, 43 Pages, 28 MB)
- Lower Limb Ulcers Clinical Resource Pack (PDF, 79 Pages, 4.7 MB)
The resources were co-designed with clinical experts, patient partners, and national professional bodies. They were successfully piloted across 18 services.
Feedback showed that these Clinical Resource Packs are practical and easy to use. They help staff make better decisions and provide consistent care. They support timely, safe, and high quality wound treatment in line with the HSE Patient Safety Strategy 2019 to 2024.
The Pressure Ulcer Clinical Resource Pack has been reviewed and endorsed by the Tissue Viability Nurses Association of Ireland (TVNAI). The Lower Limb Ulcer Clinical Resource Pack has been endorsed by the TVNAI and the Irish Vascular Society.