Tissue Viability
Tissue viability has high visibility within the Scottish Government policy for health and social care.
An educational workbook on the Prevention and Management of Pressure Ulcers and an Educational Development Tool have been developed by NHS Education for Scotland in partnership with Healthcare Improvment Scotland (previously NHS Quality Improvement Scotland) and key stakeholders as part of this integrated approach.
Educational workbook
An educational workbook on the Prevention and Management of Pressure Ulcers and an Educational Development Tool:
This is available in different formats which are explained further.
Creating Viable Options Tool
A tool for identifying key education content areas to support progressive development in tissue viability for health care staff:
Tissue Viability Toolkit
A toolkit managed by Healthcare Improvement Scotland sets this integrated programme of work in context:
Other Useful Tissue Viability Resources
Dermatology Pocket Guide: Common Skin Conditions Explained
This booklet can be used by any clinician who wishes to develop their knowledge of common skin conditions. It has been specifically written for nurse practitioners, specialist nurses, physicians or any other clinicians who undertake structured histories using advanced decision-making skills. It will aid in diagnosis - recognising differential diagnosis, formulating prescriptions and assisting in identifying referral pathways if necessary.
