Mrs. Barns has a diabetic foot wound that has increased in size since her last wound care clinic visit two weeks ago. There are new areas of skin breakdown, erythema and elevated temperature to periwound. There is swelling and increased drainage with foul odor. What might be the next step? Question 12 options: Consider using chemical cauterization. Apply an antimicrobial dressings because the wound only has biofilm. Apply a collagen dressing to decrease inflammation. Obtain a wound swab culture from an area of clean viable tissue.
