Wound Care Plan

Amputation – Diabetic Toe (Hydrofibre)

Last Updated

15 April 2026

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Reference ID Number: WL-WCP-02

Scope of Practice (ScOP) Designation

Medical Officer,Podiatrist,Registered Nurse (RN),Enrolled Nurse (EN)

Treatment Goals

A low-profile dressing that allows appropriate footwear to be worn.

Aim of Dressing

To maintain a moist wound environment conducive to healing.

Frequency of Dressing Change

3 Days(s) Min - 7 Days (Max)

Consult(s) / Diagnostic Test Required

Podiatrist - to remove callus from around the periwound +/- complete wound care dressing

References

Shopping List

Dressing Pack (Small),Normal Saline,Aquacel Ribbon (2cm x 45cm),Biatain Foam (Non-adhesive) (10cm x 10cm),Hypafix (5cm x 10m),Tubular Form – Size D (26 – 35cm)

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Product Selection Disclaimer:

The wound care products being currently used are a suggestion ONLY. They do not take into account your patient's individual needs which you must assess. No funding from medical companies has been provided and wound care products are chosen on their merit and what is available on the NSW Health State Wound Care Contract. Where an exact brand name product is not available we suggest you review the alternative tab or use another wound care product from its category eg. Hydrofibre

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Care Plans

5th toe ampuation site

The patient, a young male with diabetes, underwent fifth toe amputation secondary to osteomyelitis and non-viable soft tissue despite conservative treatment.

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Step 1

Setup sterile field

Prepare the sterile dressing pack and aseptically unpack sterile products onto the field.

Products Used

Dressing Pack (Small),Normal Saline,Aquacel Ribbon (2cm x 45cm),Biatain Foam (Non-adhesive) (10cm x 10cm),Hypafix (5cm x 10m)

Step 2

Clean the wound

Perform thorough wound cleansing, ensuring all areas and crevices of the wound bed are adequately cleansed.

Products Used

Gauze squares,Normal Saline

Step 3

Insert Aquacel ribbon

Insert the Aquacel ribbon into the wound. The width may be halved if required to facilitate insertion. Use a sterile probe or forceps to place the dressing into the full depth of the wound.

Products Used

Aquacel Ribbon (2cm x 45cm)