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    linh_nguyen
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    I want to avoid complications after surgery. 🦠 What prevents surgical site infections and what are the signs?

    Surgical site infections: prevention and signs

    Be alert but calm

    Prevention Sign
    Hand hygiene 🧼 Wash before touching wound
    Clean technique 🩹 Follow dressing rules
    Redness spreading 🔴 Warn your care team
    Fever + chills 🤒 Report promptly
    • Some redness is normal
    • Know your discharge instructions
    • Don’t hesitate to call

    Did you have any wound concerns? 🩺

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