The document discusses reflection on caring for a patient with leg ulcers and the resulting malodor. It describes how the community nurses decided to talk to the patient about the odor and help select a dressing to reduce it. Assessment found the wound was infected, explaining the worsening odor. Odor is difficult to quantify but was categorized as offensive, noticeable, or slight. The nurses' goal was to improve the patient's quality of life and self-esteem while addressing the medical issue causing the odor.