Development of Canadian Best Practice Recommendations for the Topical Management of Malignant Cutaneous Wounds

Malignant cutaneous wounds pose unique challenges in patient care, requiring specialized attention to alleviate local symptoms and enhance the overall quality of life. As the prevalence of these wounds continues to rise with improving cancer survival rates, it becomes imperative to establish comprehensive best practice recommendations for their topical management.

To meet this need, a task force was drawn from across Canada, comprised of members of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) and the Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA). This project aimed to synthesize current evidence, expert insights, and patient-centred perspectives to provide a robust framework for health care professionals caring for individuals with malignant cutaneous wounds. These recommendations support clinicians in managing malignant cutaneous wounds, and the use of the recommendations is at the clinician's discretion.

Jordan Smart, MClSc-WH, BN, RN, NSWOC WOCC(C)

Jordan Graduated from University of Lethbridge in Nursing in 2013 and began  working in Home Care and the Lethbridge Wound Wlinic shortly after graduation, where  he  fell in love with wound care. He graduated from the University of Western with a Masters of Clinical Science in Wound Healing in 2017 and  completed  his NSWOC certificate in 2021. Jordan continues to work in the Wound Clinic in Lethbridge Alberta, and supports the Seniors Health Programs in Alberta Health Services South Zone as a CNS.  He is the father of 4 energetic boys who keep his very patient and tolerant wife on her toes. "Wouldn't be here without her love and support."