What is allevyn adhesive used for?
Allevyn Gentle Border Multisite is indicated for a range of wounds, particularly shallow, granulating wounds and chronic and acute exudative wounds, pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and fungating ulcers, infected wounds, surgical wounds, burns, donor sites and skin tears.
What type of dressing is allevyn adhesive?
Allevyn™ products are hydrocellular foam dressings designed for use on moderate to highly exuding wounds. The dressings absorb, retain and transpire to achieve the optimal balance of fluid.
How do you use allevyn foam dressing?
How to Apply ALLEVYN Non-Adhesive
- Cleanse wound in accordance with local clinical protocols.
- Select an appropriate dressing size.
- Prepare and clean the skin surrounding the wound area and remove excess moisture.
- Remove ALLEVYN Non-Adhesive from the pack using a clean technique.
What is Aquacel foam adhesive used for?
AQUACEL® Foam dressing is designed for: Exuding wounds. Use as a primary dressing on shallow wounds. Use as a secondary dressing on highly exuding wounds. Use for a skin protection as part of a comprehensive protocol of care.
How do you use biatain foam?
Apply Biatain Ag by choosing a size that overlaps the wound by a minimum of 2 cm. Apply the plain (non-printed) side of the product to the wound bed. 5. If the wound is low exuding Biatain Ag foam dressings may be moistened with sterile saline solution before placing on the wound.
How often should allevyn be changed?
The frequency with which Allevyn should be changed depends upon the nature of the wound and the amount of exudate produced. On a clean non-infected wound, it may be left in position for up to four or five days but more frequent changes will be required on infected or very heavily exuding wounds.
When should I change my foam dressing?
Depending on the amount of exudate, foam dressings have a wear time of one to seven days.
When do you use Aquacel on a wound?
Consider using AQUACEL® Foam dressings for exuding wounds, as a primary dressing on shallow wounds, as a secondary dressing on highly exuding wounds, and/or for skin protection as part of a comprehensive protocol of care.
How often do you change Aquacel foam?
The dressing should be changed when clinically indicated (i.e. leakage, bleeding, increased pain, suspicion of infection). The AQUACEL® Foam dressing maximum recommended wear time is up to seven days. The wound should be cleansed at appropriate intervals.
What is biatain?
Biatain Non-Adhesive is a soft and conformable polyurethane foam dressing that effectively absorbs and retains wound exudate. This ensures a balance that is optimal for management of exuding wounds.
