Use caution when wetting the tape so that the wound does not get wet, as this can cause discomfort to the person. Gently remove the tape and bandage and discard them into the appropriate waste bin. Next, inspect the wound for any signs of infection. It is normal to see swelling and redness within the first couple days of receiving the wound. If there is no foul odor or drainage coming from the wound, then lightly cover the entire wound area with 70% isopropyl alcohol. After the isopropyl alcohol dries, thoroughly apply an antibiotic cream. The cream will decrease the chance that an infection will set in after the new bandages are applied. The final steps are as important as the first several steps to prevent an infection while changing an open wound
Use caution when wetting the tape so that the wound does not get wet, as this can cause discomfort to the person. Gently remove the tape and bandage and discard them into the appropriate waste bin. Next, inspect the wound for any signs of infection. It is normal to see swelling and redness within the first couple days of receiving the wound. If there is no foul odor or drainage coming from the wound, then lightly cover the entire wound area with 70% isopropyl alcohol. After the isopropyl alcohol dries, thoroughly apply an antibiotic cream. The cream will decrease the chance that an infection will set in after the new bandages are applied. The final steps are as important as the first several steps to prevent an infection while changing an open wound