Module 2: Wound Care Education-Recording

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Jason Biener, a consultant for the Opioid Response Network (ORN) and senior research nurse at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, led a comprehensive presentation on wound care for individuals with substance use issues. He shared his experiences from providing care in Baltimore City and rural Maryland, highlighting the challenges and strategies in treating wounds often associated with drug use.<br /><br />Jason emphasized the need for basic wound care knowledge among non-medical staff, advocating for proactive first aid rather than advanced wound care. He outlined the differences between healthy and problematic wounds, noting signs of infection such as redness, swelling, and drainage. Importantly, he stressed the distinction between healthy granulation tissue and harmful conditions like necrosis.<br /><br />He discussed wound types prevalent in drug-use populations, such as abscesses, cellulitis, and xylosine-induced wounds. Jason reported that xylosine causes unique wounds that appear rapidly after injection, which require early intervention to prevent complications.<br /><br />Jason’s practical wound care approach involves simple but effective treatments using items like Xeroform, ABD pads, and Coban. He underscored the importance of keeping wounds clean and moist to expedite healing. He provided tips for educating participants on wound care, including recognizing symptoms that necessitate medical treatment, such as signs of sepsis.<br /><br />Overall, Jason’s presentation was a blend of practical advice, personal anecdotes, and technical wound care knowledge aimed at improving care for individuals with substance use issues. He advocated for a compassionate, informed approach to wound management, emphasizing the critical role of wound care in harm reduction efforts.

Keywords

Jason Biener

Opioid Response Network

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

wound care

substance use issues

Baltimore City

rural Maryland

infection signs

xylosine-induced wounds

wound care education

harm reduction

sepsis symptoms