When barrier protection is required, Telfa pads may be used. OR Irrigate any debris from the wound with normal saline. Change when first strike though or leakage occurs, at least every five days. For patients not covered by Medicare B, consider use of Granulex on Stage IV ulcers. Granulex is Medicaid covered, as are all prescription products.
Protocols are typical samples only.
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