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  • Bandages
  • Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy
  • Patient Transfer

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: Innovations, Clinical Applications, and Transitioning Care

Review the evolution of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) and the latest innovations Differentiate between various NPWT technologies and apply an algorithmic approach to selecting the appropriate technology based on wound characteristics, patient needs, and care setting transitions Explore the science and clinical application of novel peel and place dressings, determining which wound types are most appropriate for this technology Apply new therapy application tips toward the use of NPWT with instillation, incision management, and hybrid drapes Describe the transition of care for NPWT from the acute to the post-acute setting, emphasizing how portable technology can facilitate this Examine case-based scenarios highlighting the components of the NPWT toolkit, and demonstrate the step-down therapies involved in progressing toward wound closure

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsDietetic CPEUsUp to 2 creditsNursingUp to 2 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Pricing

Free

Reported to ACCME by the provider

  • On-demand / recorded video
  • includes Case-based learning
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Commercial Support
  • Released
    Jun 16, 2025
  • Last day to claim credit
    Dec 1, 2026 7 weeks left