Citation

Kilroy-Findley A. Nurs. Stand. (1987) 2010; 24(45): 60, 62-67.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Royal College of Nursing)

DOI

10.7748/ns2010.07.24.45.60.c7909

PMID

20701055

Abstract

Mental health and tissue viability are not usually associated with each other, yet people with mental health problems may be more susceptible to developing wounds, particularly those who engage in self-harm. This article focuses on the management difficulties experienced by staff caring for patients with mental health problems presenting with wounds within Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust.

Language: en

Keywords

Humans; Wounds and Injuries; Self-Injurious Behavior; Mental Health; United Kingdom; Disease Susceptibility; Pressure Ulcer