Residential Home Health

The following are some signs of possible wound infection:

Increased redness around the wound
Increased warmth around the affected area
Increased drainage from the wound
Pain or tenderness
A foul odor coming from the wound
Presence of a fever

If you suspect that your wound is infected, contact your physician so that he or she may determine the severity of the infection and develop a proper course of treatment.

Wound Care

Appropriate wound care should minimize the possibility of infection and scarring. Proper and routine cleansing and maintenance of a moist wound environment will help create a condition that reduces the chance of infection.

Under the care of Residential Home Health, dedicated nurses, overseen by our Certified Wound and Ostomy Nurse Specialists, provide the quality healthcare you deserve in the comfort of your home, including:

Observe and assess your wound
Treat your wound with advanced wound care products
Provide educational materials and instruction in changing the wound dressing and preventing infections
Work closely with your doctor to ensure proper healing
Help patients establish the best possible diet to promote healing

If you or a loved one is healing from a wound or ulcer and require care, contact Residential Home Health for help today. Call us at (866) 902-4000 or email care@residentialhomehealth.com.