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OPSITE Visible Drain Dressing – Application
Step 1
Remove the dressing from the outer packaging.Detach the 2 film securing strips from the dressing and place on a clean, dry surface and retain for use in steps 5 and 6.Clean and thoroughly dry application area in accordance with normal procedures.
Step 2
Peel away the large section of the white/orange backing paper marked 1.
Step 3
Carefully position the dressing so that the drain tube comes through the aperture in the middle of the dressing. Adhere the dressing to the skin around the drain insertion site Remove the remaining backing papers marked 1 and adhere the film to the skin, ensuring the edges of the dressing along the aperture are lined up together.
Step 4
Gently peel off the top carrier marked 2, you may wish to steady the the drain with your other hand at this stage.
Step 5
Separate the 2 film securing strips.Remove the backing paper marked 1 from one of the strips and apply over the aperture of the dressing, adhering the top portion of this strip to the underside of the drain.Remove the top carrier marked 2
Step 6
Remove the backing paper marked 1 from the second securing strip and apply horizontally over the top of the drain so it adheres to the top of the drain and the exposed adhesive of the other securing strip. Adhere the strip to the dressing and skin.Remove the top carrier marked 2 and mould the film around the drain tube ensuring the dressing is secure and the patient comfortable
RemovalRemove the film securing strips by loosening the film and stretching them parallel to the patients skin while stabilising the patients skin and drain with the other hand. Then remove the dressing using the same technique Key benefits of using OPSITE Visible Drain Dressing:
• Bacteria proof1 and waterproof2 film• Continual site monitoring without removing dressing• Effective management of leakage2
• Secure and comfortable fit
Wound Management [email protected] & Nephew www.smith-nephew.comHealthcare Ltd Customers in Ireland pleaseHealhcare House call T 1890 224 226101 Hessle Road for product enquiries andHull HU3 2BN wound care advice
T 01482 222200 ™Trademark of Smith & Nephew F 01482 222211 © Smith & Nephew January 2011 25926
Ordering codesSize S&N Code NHS Code Carton10cm x 9cm 66800842 ELW336 20
References 1. Smith & Nephew Report reference WRP-TW0420281 2.Tompkins L, Laboratory Report – DS/10/084/R1: OPSITE
Post-Op Visible Dressings Physical Properties, July 2010
Further informationFor education on how to use OPSITE Visible Drain Dressing, please contact Mark Partington, T: 07778 321623,E: [email protected]