Quick Facts - Wound Documentation Technologies

Documentation, an essential nursing competency, plays a crucial role in initial and ongoing wound assessment. Electronic medical record (EMR) systems provide multifaceted management tools for the operation of health care facilities. EMR systems and other digital platforms are increasingly used in wound documentation because they provide accurate and accessible data on wound status and healing progress. Wound care professionals will appreciate this fact sheet, which contains vital information on documentation in wound care, including the following:Benefits of EMR in wound documentationTypical EMR workflow protocolPhotography in wound documentationDigital wound measurement toolsMobile wound documentation toolsPatient engagement in wound care