One wound seen through two pairs of eyes: a case study

The relationship between the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) (tissue viability) and patient with regard to wound care has not been discussed in the literature. Patients view their wounds in a very different way from the CNS: some patients refuse to acknowledge that there is a problem with their wounds, display unrealistic optimism for their condition, and do not perceive themselves to be at risk of developing diabetic foot ulcers. This article...