RCORP-TA and JBS International
RCORP-TA and JBS International
22: Xylazine and Wound Care with Robert Childs and Jason Bienert
22: Xylazine and Wound Care with Robert Childs and Jason Bienert
22: Xylazine and Wound Care with Robert Childs and Jason Bienert
Monday 7th August 2023
Discover how rural nurse Jason Bienert tackles Xylazine-related wound care, emphasizing trust and harm reduction in this engaging podcast episode.
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Get the buttons here!Xylazine and Wound Care: Rural Nursing Realities with Jason Bienert
Episode Overview
- Jason shares insights into providing wound care for people who use drugs in rural Maryland
- Discussion on the impact of Xylazine on drug users and the care required for managing related injuries
- Valuable insights into building trust and effective communication between people who use drugs and medical professionals
- Importance of having peers in hospitals to advocate for and support individuals with substance use disorder
Wounds don't need to be aired out. They don't need to be expensive dressings. And just for clarity's sake, I've heard mixed things on what soap people should use.
Ever wondered how rural healthcare professionals tackle the unique challenges of wound care for people who use drugs? In this episode of 'Rural Roads: The RCORPodcast', Robert Childs, RCORP-TA technical expert lead, sits down with Jason Bienert, a seasoned wound care nurse with nearly two decades of experience. Jason's background spans critical care and emergency nursing, and he brings a wealth of knowledge from his work in rural Maryland.
The conversation dives deep into the complexities of dealing with Xylazine, a drug causing significant issues among users. Jason shares his firsthand experiences managing wounds in isolated communities, emphasizing the importance of the harm reduction model. He explains how Xylazine affects drug users, detailing the symptoms and the specific care needed to treat related injuries. But it's not just about the medical side.
Jason also talks about the human element - building trust and effective communication between healthcare providers and individuals with substance use disorders. He highlights the crucial role of having peers in hospitals to advocate for and support these individuals, making a case for compassionate and supportive care. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of rural healthcare, addiction, and wound care.
Whether you're a healthcare provider, someone affected by substance use disorders, or simply curious about rural medical practices, you'll find Jason's insights both informative and inspiring.