Introduction to Health economics of wound careHealth economics of wound care
In
an increasingly cost-conscious healthcare system, crowded with wound dressings
that are not always easily differentiated, it is becoming imperative to
understand the basics of health economics in order to use these types of
studies as valuable tool for the daily decision-making processes.
This online module is part of the Essentials of Wound Care series
This online module is Accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England
Learning objectives
- Recall the basics of health economics, efficiencies and cost effectiveness.
- Describe wound related health care challenges including the burden of wounds.
- Explain the key wound care cost drivers.
- Illustrate what could be measured to apply health economics in your clinical practice.