An assessment of the wound should be done weekly and be used to drive treatment decisions. Wound assessment includes: location, class/stage, size, base tissues, exudates, odor, edge/perimeter, pain and an evaluation for infection.
What part of the animal does oxtail come from? Quick Answer. Oxtail is the tail of an ox or of a steer and can be used when making stews or soups. The tail is skinned before it is able to be used as an ingredient and is generally considered a tough meat. Continue Reading.
After being skinned, the oxtail has a fair amount of meat left, although it is somewhat sinewy. Because of this, oxtail is best cooked by braising or by being made into a stew or soup. Some chefs prefer to use oxtails as the basis for beef broths and stock because it has a strong beef flavor and a large amount of gelatin, which gives soups and sauces a rich mouth feel.