The success of wound management depends on the hygienic state of the wound, the wound bed preparation, the choice of wound dressing, the health care professional‘s experience and the patient‘s condition.
Wound debridement/cleansing
The goal of wound cleansing is to:
- Remove visible debris and devitalized tissue
- Remove dressing residue
- Remove excessive or dry crusting exudates
- Reduce contamination
Wound dressing
Effective dressing selection requires both accurate wound assessment and current knowledge of available dressings The appropriate dressing can significantly affect the rate and quality of healing. It will help to minimize bacterial contamination and pain associated with wound care.
