Wound Care Plan

Venous Leg Ulcers – heavy exudate

Last Updated
19 May 2025
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Reference ID Number: TWS-WCP-67

Categories

Venous Ulcers

Scope of Practice (ScOP) Designation

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

Treatment Goals

Reduce the swelling and oedema in leg whilst also de-sloughing the wounds

Aim of Dressing

Exudate management and de-sloughing wounds

Frequency of Dressing Change

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

References

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    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 particular patient is in her 90's which means the aim of the dressing is the maintain her current level of ADLs and minimise pain.

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    Step 1

    Prepare Sterile Field

    Prepare your sterile field with your sterile products
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    Step 2

    Clean with Debrisoft

    Clean with debrisoft and diluted betadine (think bad fake tan colour)
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    Step 3

    Apply Urgo Clean Ag

    Apply Urgo Clean Ag with the sticky side DOWN. Can be placed slightly on good skin and can overlap.
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    Step 4

    Wrap with Zetuvit

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    Step 5

    Secure with Tubular Form

    Secure with tubular form. One piece from the toes to just below the calf and then another piece from the ankle to just below the knee. You will need 2 different sizes
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