Flap monitoring, pack removals, Drains, Tubes and Wound Dressing
During flap monitoring and pack removals care must be taken as body fluids from flap margin are potentially infective. It is critical to understand that, wound dressing, tube, and drain removals are to be done with utmost care and following proper protective protocols. Use of face shields, N95 masks, and gloves are advised for all dressings and ward rounds.