Wound Care Teaching 2591
Instructed patient keep the sore covered with a special dressing. This protects against infection and helps keep the sore moist so it can heal.
Reviewed June 2020
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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