The physician calls back and asks you to describe C.W.'s wound
What key aspects of the wound should be included?
• Condition of skin around the wound
• Amount, color, and odor of drainage on the dressing
• Tissue within wound: color, texture, odor, drainage, evidence of granulation or necrosis
• Size and depth of wound
• Any undermining or tunneling under edges or deep in wounds
• Any antibiotics C.W. is taking
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