Wound Teachings - How you can help your wound heal

Taught patient and caregiver on how to help your wound heal: All wounds heal in the same way. First, new red tissue builds up in the bottom. Then new skin grows in from the edges and covers the red tissue. Your wound will heal fastest if you create the best conditions for new tissue to grow. This means keeping your wound clean, warm, and moist. Here’s what you should do: Wash your hands. The most important thing you and your caregivers can do to prevent infection is wash your hands. You can use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub. Wash before and after touching your wound. Keep a clean dressing on your wound. Dressings keep out germs and protect the wound from injury. They also help absorb fluid that drains from the wound and could damage the skin around it. Be careful. Protect the wound from trauma or injury. Don’t let anything touch it or bump it. Eat right. Eating the right foods gives your body the building blocks it needs to heal.