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Scope of Practice (ScOP) Designation
Treatment Goals
To preserve skin integrity by not disrupting devitalised epithelial cells within areas of cellulitis, reducing the risk of infection and supporting systemic antibiotic therapy.
Aim of Dressing
To preserve skin integrity with a non-adhesive dressing during the course of intravenous antibiotic therapy.
Frequency of Dressing Change
Consult(s) / Diagnostic Test Required
Infectious Disease consult
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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
Single leg
This dressing is appropriate for minor skin breakdown without the presence of slough.
Swipe
Setup sterile field
Clean the legs (Gently)
Wrap the legs
Wrap the legs #2