Look for signs of infection such as redness, pain and drainage. Check for necrotic and granulation tissue.
[header] How to measure wound granulation [title] Assess the surface of the wound. [step] Complete wound assessment should include the history of how the wound was acquired, the anatomic location of the wound and the stage or phase of wound healing. [substeps] It is crucial to note the length, width and depth of the wound in centimeters, in addition to whether the wound is tunneling or undermining.