Wound Care Plan

Amputation – Toe (foam dressing)

Last Updated

15 April 2026

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Reference ID Number: WL-WCP-04

Scope of Practice (ScOP) Designation

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

Treatment Goals

To reduce bacterial load within the wound bed while maintaining a moist wound environment to support granulation tissue formation. Negative pressure wound therapy was not utilised due to patient intolerance.

Additional goals:

1. Debride flaking peri-wound skin and apply white soft paraffin to maintain skin integrity and reduce dryness.
2. Arrange podiatry review of the great toenail to prevent secondary wound formation, with consideration for ongoing wound care and dressing as required.

Aim of Dressing

To reduce wound bed bioburden and prevent biofilm development, while supporting a moist wound healing environment.

Frequency of Dressing Change

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

Consult(s) / Diagnostic Test Required

Refer to High Risk Foot Clinic

References

Shopping List

Dressing Pack (Small),Biatain Foam (Non-adhesive) (10cm x 10cm),Urgo Clean Ag (10cm x 10cm),Hypafix (5cm x 10m),White soft paraffin (50g),Normal Saline

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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