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Symposium Details Hours: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration and continental breakfast start at 7 a.m. Lunch will be provided. No refunds for no shows. Examination of Nursing Malpractices - Focus on Wound Care Discuss the importance of correct identification of wound etiology and the legal elements that are presented in a medical malpractice complaint related to wound care. Breaking Down the Braden Scale Describe the importance of a structured risk assessment and application of risk- based interventions for each of the Braden Scale subscales. Peristomal Skin and Quality of Life Explore the world of peristomal skin: what are we seeing, how do we manage it and how it impacts the quality of life of those living with an ostomy. Science Behind Support Surfaces Review the extrinsic risk factors of skin breakdown and the impact of support surface design strategies. Skin Assessment: More Than Meets the Eye Discover why proper skin assessment goes beyond just a quick glance and explore the critical role of thorough skin evaluation across all skin tones for enhancing pressure injury prevention. Name: Title: Home address: Phone (work): Employee number: Place of employment: Dept./Unit: RN license number: City: Zip: Phone (home): Email: Course Description In this course, you will learn current and emerging methods to prevent hospital- acquired pressure injuries, techniques for maintaining intact peristomal skin for ostomy patients and important legal considerations related to wound care. Course Objectives At the conclusion of the program, you will be able to: Review relevant information applicable in preventing skin breakdown in the general patient population. Describe standard of care in maintaining intact peritosmal skin for ostomy patients. Identify regulatory measures, litigation process and legal preventive strategies regarding wound care. Topics Registration Form Skin and Wound Symposium | Friday, Aug. 28, 2026 Mail registration form with check/money order payable to: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Attn: Stephanie Cisneros, Clinical Education 501 S. Buena Vista St., East Tower, 4 floor th Burbank, CA 91505 $50 registration fee for all attendees No refunds for no shows. No walk-ins will be accepted. Must register by mail in advance. Deadline for registration is July 28, 2026.