In this episode of WOCTalk we talk with Anne Walsh, ANP-BC, ACHPN, CWOCN, about the unique challenges and opportunities in hospice and palliative care for wound and ostomy management. Anne shares her expertise on a range of topics, including cost-effective solutions for odor management, managing excessive wound drainage, and setting realistic expectations with families and caregivers. She also discusses the potential for wound healing in hospice care, pain management strategies, and navigating supply coverage. Anne dispels common myths about hospice wound and ostomy care, emphasizes the importance of individualized care plans, and highlights the role of education in improving outcomes and quality of life for patients and families.
Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.
Resources:
Click here to download the app ‘Palliative Wound Pro’ for Apple devices
Click here to download the app ‘Palliative Wound Pro’ for Android devices
About the Guest:
Anne Walsh, ANP-BC, ACHPN, CWOCN, has been a registered nurse since 1995, beginning her career in home health care. She became certified in wound, ostomy, and continence nursing in 2001 and earned her master’s degree and nurse practitioner certification in 2003. In 2008, Anne achieved advanced certification in hospice and palliative nursing and has since dedicated her career to working as a WOC nurse practitioner in hospice and palliative care.
Recognizing the shortage of wound and palliative care-certified clinicians, Anne developed the “Wound Care Pro” app, a valuable resource for clinicians treating patients with wounds, whether the goal is healing or palliation. Her expertise and innovative approach continue to make a significant impact on patient care and clinician education.