Infection

• What are common signs of infection?

  Redness, pain, warmth, purulent drainage
• What does purulent drainage indicate?

  Presence of infection
• What is a common systemic sign of infection?

  Fever
• Why might a patient feel unwell during an infection?

  Due to the body's immune response
• What are the management steps for an infection?

  • Obtain culture
  • Wound care
  • Monitor the patient
  • Consider antibiotics (abx)
• What is a key aspect of infection prevention?

  Clean wound environment
• When should antibiotics be used in infection prevention?

  When necessary
• What are the components of appropriate wound care?

  • Clean the wound
  • Use appropriate dressings
  • Monitor for signs of infection