Wound Care in Paediatric Palliative Care
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the role of wound care in paediatric palliative care and its impact on quality of life.
- Identify the most common types of wounds encountered in paediatric palliative care.
- Understand the primary goals of wound management in children with life-limiting illnesses.
- Apply evidence-based strategies for assessment, dressing selection, and symptom control.
- Recognize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and family involvement in care planning.
- Discuss challenges unique to pediatric palliative wound care, including resource limitations and psychosocial concerns.
Didactic Speaker
Aileen Blakeney, RN, MEd, NSWOC, CHPCN(C)
Nurse Educator
Next Session
January 7, 2026
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Symptom Management (other than pain)
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