Validity and reliability of semi-quantitative wound swabs

Ward, Donna and Holloway, Samantha 2019. Validity and reliability of semi-quantitative wound swabs. British Journal of Community Nursing 24 , S6-S11. 10.12968/bjcn.2019.24.Sup12.S6

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Abstract

Wound infection is a common factor that delays wound healing. The diagnosis of wound infection should be based on clinical observations of the presence of classic signs of infection. There is also a role for microbiological investigation, for example, using semi-quantitative wound swabs, to help guide systemic treatment. However, there is still a debate about the most accurate method for taking a wound swab. This review explores the research evidence underpinning the use of semi-quantitative wound swabs, focusing on the validity and reliability of this method of assessment.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Schools > Medicine
Publisher:	MA Healthcare
ISBN:	20522207 14624753
ISSN:	1462-4753
Date of Acceptance:	30 November 2019
Last Modified:	16 Feb 2026 14:00
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/184842

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