by Tom Graham | Mar 19, 2024
SKIN PROTECTION It is important to carry out an inspection of the skin. Early intervention using skin protection strategies is necessary to prevent skin breakdown in vulnerable patients. The periwound skin should be assessed for evidence of: Maceration Excoriation...
by Tom Graham | Mar 19, 2024
Exudate Management with Dressings In local wound management, dressings are the main option for managing exudate. Following an integrated exudate assessment, the clinician will decide whether there is a need to change or maintain the current dressing regimen. Strategy...
by Tom Graham | Mar 19, 2024
Complications of Exudate Production Your browser does not support the audio element. Maceration Maceration (from the Latin maceration to make wet or soften) is defined as the softening and breaking down of skin resulting from prolonged exposure to moisture (Anderson,...