Page 56 - Wound Care at End of Life Content: A Guide for Hospice Professionals - DEMO

Wound Products Chart Comments Purulent‐appearing fluid may collect under the film but is  not indicative of infection. dry to minimal exudate Contraindicated: acutely infected wound; arterial ulcers  partial‐thickness wound Skin sealant recommended to protect periwound tissue  eschar to promote autolytic debridement Change dressing every 3‐7 days  Promotes autolytic debridement Not for wounds with depth, undermining or tunneling  Use as primar

Indications Appropriate for:     Reduces friction   Types of Cleansers:   Antimicrobial Cleansers:      (‐) bacteria, MRSA Appropriate for:    

Product & Description Transparent Film: Semi‐permeable membrane; waterproof yet permeable  to water & oxygen No absorption capacity; impermeable to fluids &  bacteria Brands: Mepore, Opsite, Suresite, Tegaderm  Wound Cleanser: Every open wound requires cleansing with each  dressing change to physically remove surface bacteria & debris Brands: Allclenz, Carraklenz, Skintegrity.  Irrigate with 4‐15 psi: Spray bottle: 1.2 psi