CONT571 – IAD and Pressure Injuries – Distinct Conditions, Common Threats

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course examines moisture-associated skin damage (MASD), particularly incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD), and pressure injuries as distinct yet interrelated conditions. Learners will compare the etiology and pathophysiology of IAD and pressure injuries, emphasizing shared risk factors, diagnostic challenges, and overlapping prevention strategies. Evidence-based approaches to assessment, prevention, and treatment are explored to support accurate differentiation and reduction of patient harm.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

Nurses of all levels, WOC Nurses, Ostomy Specialists, Pharmacists, OTs, PTs

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Mikel Gray, RN, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN-NP, WOCNF, FAAN, Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN; JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN; Joshua Rolstad, BS; Anne Lalla, BA; Alicia Munk, BA   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

Clarify the clinical differences between incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) and pressure injuries while exploring overlapping risk factors, assessment complexities, and prevention strategies. This session empowers clinicians to improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce harm by understanding how distinct conditions can emerge from shared vulnerability.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

WEB WOC® Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

Completion of all required course activities:

·         View entire presentation

·        Score of 80% on quiz/test

COURSE ACCESS:

Learner will have access to the course for 30 days after purchase

CONTACT HOURS:

1.0 hours

EXPIRATION DATE:

2/22/2029