Your Surgical Wound (Wound Home Skills Kit)

Taking care of a surgical incision, managing your pain, and increasing your activity level are important concerns after surgery. You should also know the warning signs of a surgical site infection (SSI) and how to prevent complications with proper hand cleaning and wound care. It is important that you understand all of your discharge instructions and follow them carefully. You may ask your health careunderstand careprovider to simplify the instructions for you if you have diffi culty understanding them. You may need to request a translator if you speak a different language.

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