What must the nurse remember when using a foam dressing?

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Application directions for the different brands of foam dressings vary.Read and follow the specific manufacturer directions for the particular brand of foam dressings used.Apply secondary dressing,if needed (check manufacturer's directions).Make sure you know which side of foam dressing should be placed toward wound bed and which side should be facing away from wound bed.Foam dressings are often used with infected wounds following appropriate intervention and close monitoring of wound healing.

What Must the Nurse Remember When Using a Foam Dressing