Moist fibrinous wounds
Level of exudate: medium to high
Fibrinous tissue is the result of an accumulation of dead cells, these tissues must be removed.
These wounds can produce various amounts of exudate, that must be managed.
| Therapeutic objectives | Fibrinous tissue removal Managing Exudate |
| Procedures / actions | Mechanical or surgical debridement if necessarry. Wound cleansing, encouraging a moist environment to promote autolytic debridement |
| Wound cleansing and wound bed preparation | |
| Primary wound dressing | Deep: Superficial: |
| Secondary wound dressing | Bandage, tape |
| Dressing Replacement frequency | Daily |