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Wound Care.

Post-surgical care of the incision site to prevent infection and promote healing. Involves keeping the wound clean and dry, monitoring for signs of infection (redness, swelling, drainage), and following up with the surgical team.

Definition

What is wound care?

Post-surgical care of the incision site to prevent infection and promote healing. Involves keeping the wound clean and dry, monitoring for signs of infection (redness, swelling, drainage), and following up with the surgical team.

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