OptiFoam Gentle EX Silicone Faced Foam & Border various sizes
$14.80Price
Features of Optifoam Gentle EX
- Design helps to collectively displace pressure when used with a pressure injury prevention protocol
- Comfort and flexibility with a low-profile design
- Moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR) that adjusts to the level of fluid and improves breathability
- It is easy to use and apply
- Indications: partial and full-thickness wounds
Why choose Optifoam Gentle EX?
- Highly breathable film acts as a waterproof secure barrier to bacteria
- Foam layer absorbs exudate to help minimize pooling of exudate at the wound surface
- Super absorbent layer absorbs and retains exudate in the dressing minimizing the risk of maceration
- Absorbent net facilitates absorption of exudate into the super absorbent layer and helps prevent leakage
- Silicone layer minimizes trauma to the wound and skin and reduces discomfort upon wear or removal
How to apply Optifoam Gentle Foam Dressing?
- Cleanse wound environment using an appropriate wound cleanser.
- Ensure skin surrounding wound is dry and apply appropriate skin prep, as preferred
- Remove center release liner from dressing and slide the dressing under the heel. Position dressing at base of heel (as shown to the right).
- Apply the adherent part of the foam dressing to the posterior heel/Achilles tendon.
- Remove backing from the top left and right ankle lobes.
- Apply and smooth.
- Remove backing from the bottom flaps.
- Apply and smooth upward towards malleolus.
- Press and smooth dressing throughout to ensure adherence to skin.
- To perform skin check: gently release bottom flaps from skin and peel back towards Achilles until enough skin is exposed for skin check.
How to remove Medline Foam Dressing?
- Gently pull bottom flaps to release dressing from skin.
- Gently release flaps covering ankle lobes.
- Continue gentle release of dressing until completely removed.
