A guide to wound care, specifically written for community nurses. An overview of the function of the skin and phases of wound healing are examined prior to looking at the relationship between wound healing and the patients' health and lifestyle. Case studies are included.
Joy Rainey, a person of restricted growth, has competed in circuit races, hurtled up hill climbs in single-seaters, broken records and driven the London to Brighton veteran car run. This work demonstrates what can be achieved, given innate talent, determination and charm.