Tertiary Intention Wound Healing

[NextGen]

My patient's large and deep wound has been intentionally left open. She was transferred from the surgical unit to my unit without adequate wound care orders. The wound is continuously seeping yellow exudate. Yes, all doctors have been called.

In the meantime, what type of dressings have you seen used for open deep wounds? I am very concerned that infection will set in. I've searched some of the wound care literature and have not found specifics.

At this point in time, I do not know why a wound vac was not placed.

Thanks!

[sallyrnrrt, ADN, RN]

Sounds like possibly a wound vac dressing may be indicated