SCALE: Skin Changes at Life's End: Final Consensus Statement: October 1, 2009

Adv Skin Wound Care. 2010 May;23(5):225-36; quiz 237-8. doi: 10.1097/01.ASW.0000363537.75328.36.

Abstract

Purpose: To enhance the learner's competence with knowledge of Skin Changes at Life's End (SCALE).

Target audience: This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.

Objectives: After participating in this educational activity, the participant should be better able to: 1. Apply SCALE knowledge to patient care scenarios and documentation procedures. 2. Analyze the expert panel's 10 statements on Skin Changes at Life's End (SCALE).

Publication types

  • Consensus Development Conference

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Skin Care*
  • Skin Physiological Phenomena*
  • Skin Ulcer / physiopathology
  • Skin Ulcer / prevention & control*
  • Terminal Care*