3M 90800 - DRESSING, CLR-ACRYLIC, TEGADERM, SM, 3X3.75", EACH

3M 90800 - DRESSING, CLR-ACRYLIC, TEGADERM, SM, 3X3.75", EACH

3M 90800 Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing

3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is a transparent, absorbent dressing offering an extended wear time and a clear view of healing wounds. 3M Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing is a unique, absorbent dressing that offers a clear view of the wound. Innovative acrylic polymer absorbent pad is transparent, allowing the wound to be monitored without changing the dressing. At the same time, it effectively handles low to moderate wound drainage.

Features and Benefits of 3M 90800 Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing

• Transparent dressing allows for wound monitoring without changing the dressing
• Clear design takes the guesswork out of application over the wound
• Novel acrylic polymer pad technology designed to handle low to moderate wound drainage
• No dressing breakdown in the wound
• Low friction surface minimizes potential for friction and shear
• Allows for gentle removal from skin
• Barrier to external contaminants, body fluids, bacteria and viruses.* *In vitro testing shows that the transparent film provides a viral barrier from viruses 27nm in diameter or larger while the dressings remain intact without leakage

Instructions for Use of 3M 90800 Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing

Dressing Application

• Hold the dressing by a tab and peel the liner from the dressing, exposing the adhesive surface.
• Hold the dressing by the tabs and centre the dressing over the wound, adhesive side down. Avoid stretching the dressing.
• Gently press the dressing in place, smoothing from the centre outward
• Slowly remove the paper frame while pressing down and smoothing the film border to ensure good adhesion

Dressing Application: Sacral Design

• Fold the dressing in half with the liner side exposed.
• Holding both tabs with one hand, remove the liner.
• Spread buttocks to get a better surface for dressing placement. While still holding both tabs, position the dressing over the wound, tilting the dressing toward the anal area.
• Secure dressing notch in the anal region first and press in place.
• Press dressing in place from the centre outward. Avoid stretching the dressing or the skin.
• Remove the dressing frame, starting at the top and gently pulling down. Do not lift the film edge. Smooth the dressing in place from the centre outward. Repeat until all sections of the frame are removed.

Suggested applications of 3M 90800 Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing

• Over skin tears and superficial traumatic wounds
• Skin tears
• Pressure ulcers
• Superficial wounds
• Abrasions
• As a primary dressing over surgical wounds
• Donor sites
• Clean, closed approximated surgical incisions or laparoscopic incisions

3M 90800 Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing Specifications

Dimensions and Classifications of 3M 90800 Tegaderm Absorbent Clear Acrylic Dressing