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Wound Care Teaching 2684Wound CareInstructed patient in position and reposition every hour to prevent skin breakdown.Wound Care Teaching 2628Wound CareInstructed patient fresh fruits and vegetables eaten daily will also supply your body with other nutrients essential to wound healing such as vitamin A, copper and zinc. It may help to supplement your diet with extra vitamin C. Keep your wound dressed. Wounds ...Wound Care Teaching 2604Wound CarePatient was instructed To help your ulcer heal more quickly, follow the advice below:Regularly exercise your legs by moving your feet up and down, and rotating them at the ankles. Wound Care Teaching 2603Wound CarePatient was instructed to help your ulcer heal more quickly, follow the advice below: try to keep active by walking regularly, whenever you're sitting or lying down, keep your affected leg elevated with your toes level with your eyes.Wound Care Teaching 2602Wound CarePatient was instructed on leg wound's use direct pressure and elevation to control bleeding and swelling. When wrapping the wound, always use a sterile dressing or bandage. Very minor wounds may heal without a bandage.Wound Care Teaching 2595Wound CareInstructed patient about diabetic ulcer keep your blood sugar under control. In addition to reducing your risk of ulcers, tight blood sugar control helps your body heal existing ulcersWound Care Teaching 2594Wound CareInstructed patient keep pressure off your ulcer, especially if it’s on your foot. This may mean you need to use crutches, special footwear, a brace, or other devices. Reducing pressure and irritation helps ulcers heal faster.Wound Care Teaching 2591Wound CareInstructed patient keep the sore covered with a special dressing. This protects against infection and helps keep the sore moist so it can heal.Wound Care Teaching 2590Wound CareInstructed patient DO NOT massage the skin near or on the ulcer. This can cause more damage. DO NOT use donut-shaped or ring-shaped cushions. They reduce blood flow to the area, which may cause sores.Wound Care Teaching 2589Wound CareInstructed patient take care of your health. Eat healthy foods. Getting the right nutrition will help you heal. Lose excess weight.Get plenty of sleep. Ask your provider if it's OK to do gentle stretches or light exercises. This can help improve circulation.

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