Wound Care Management
Patients Choice & Physicians Choice understands that our patients need specialized care. This is the reason we have experienced and skilled nurses on board to treat complex wounds. Our wound care nurses help the patient achieve the best treatment outcomes.
Our certified wound care nurses provide comfort and reassurance to the patients they are caring for. We come to your home to assess your needs and work with your primary physician to provide the best care based on your needs.
Symptoms of Wound Infection
Some people suffer from complex wound that can result from surgery or diabetic ulcers. There are a few common symptoms that indicate wound infection. These are:
- Foul odor from the wound
- Redness or excessive swelling around the wound area
- Red streaks in the area around the wound
- Throbbing pain in the wound area
Watery discharge collecting beneath the skin
Goals of Wound Care Management
The underlying goals of wound care management at home is to:
Provide early intervention and help prevent hospital readmission
- Provide high-quality medical care in the comfort of your home
Improve the quality of life
Educate the patient and his caregiver in the management of wound
Work with your physician to speed up the recovery process
What’s included in In-Home Wound Care Services?
In-home wound care services include:
Expert consultation by certified wound care registered nurse
Assessment, and evaluation of the patient who needs treatment for burn, trauma, surgical wounds, or pressure ulcers
Wound care management, include dressing changes
Specialized wound care treatment plans
Pain management
Treatment of acute and chronic wounds
Healing time optimization
Wound imaging, and expert consultation
When Do You Need Wound Care Management?
You may need would care management services if you have:
Wounds that have not improved over the past two weeks
Complicated treatment orders
Non-healing wounds
Special catheters
Wounds that have worsened
New stage III or IV pressure ulcers
Needs for preventative skin measures
Medical conditions that makes the wound care a challenge
Tips For Managing Wound
You can always hire wound care management experts to take proper care of your wound. Proper wound care helps heal the wound as quickly as possible further reducing the chances of infection.
Wash Your Hands
If you are changing the dressing yourself, make sure to clean your hands with antibacterial soap to remove bacteria or other debris that can worsen the infection.
Keep the Wound Clean
If you have experienced a minor wound, make sure to keep it clean and dry for five days to promote complete healing.
Change the Dressing Regularly
Leaving wounds uncovered can increase pain, dry the surface cells, and increase the risk of infection. Make sure to use a sterile bandage to cover the wound after cleaning it thoroughly.
Avoid Potential Dangers
Refrain from indulging in intense or strenuous activities that may cause the wound to reopen. While a light amount of physical activity can aid healing, don’t push yourself too far.
For more information on wound care management, get in touch with us today.