I. Introduction
II. Evaluation of Wound Characteristics
1. Foreign Bodies
2. Sensation
3. Blood Flow
III. Development of a Treatment Plan
1. Wound Cleansing
2. Debridement
3. Moist Wound Bed and Healing
IV. Wound Protection and Dressing Types
1. Foam Dressings
2. Impregnated Dressings
3. Transparent Dressings
4. Hydrogel Dressings
5. Wound Exudate and Dressing Selection
V. Summary