This module is designed to alert you to the importance of controlling the volume of exudate that a wound is producing. Excess wound exudate not only has a negative impact on quality of life, but can also delay healing and increase the cost of care. In this module you will learn: • What exudate is • The role of exudate in wound healing • The impact of exudate on chronic wounds • Causes of excessive exudate • Maceration and excoriation • Excess exudate and the impact on quality of life • Examining exudate • How to manage wound exudate • How to choose dressings to manage wound exudate • Suggested next steps.