Wound management
Our qualified nurses provide expert wound care at home, from dressing changes to complex wound assessment and management, to promote healing and reduce the risk of infection. We use evidence-based techniques and monitor healing progress closely, keeping your GP or specialist informed every step of the way.
What wound care can include
- dressing changes
- assessing your wound and how it is healing
- choosing dressings and techniques to support healing
- watching for signs of infection
- keeping your GP or specialist informed
Looking after your wound between visits
Your nurse will tell you how to look after your dressing and what to avoid. For general information, see Wounds Australia, the national peak body for wound care.
When to get help
Contact your doctor or nurse promptly if your wound becomes more red, swollen, hot or painful, has pus or a bad smell, or you develop a fever. In an emergency, call 000.
Wound management: questions
How often will my dressing be changed?
It depends on your wound and the type of dressing. Your nurse will explain the plan and adjust it as your wound heals.
Can you care for wounds that are slow to heal?
Our nurses assess your wound and work with your doctor on the right approach. Talk to us about your situation and we will explain how we can help.
Ready to talk? Call 1300 782 227 or start your journey online and we will explain how nursing care at home could work for you. You can also see all of our nursing services.