Appropriate Use Of Silver Dressings
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cms.qut.edu.auuse a combination of dressings. The dressing in contact with the wound bed is known as the primary dressing. If a ... has appropriate antibiotic coverage, ... dressings which contain silver and are suitable for infected wounds When should I avoid using them?
APPROPRIATE USE OF SILVER DRESSINGS IN WOUNDS
www.woundsinternational.comAppropriate use of silver dressings in wounds. An expert working group consensus. London: Wounds International, 2012. Available to download from: www.woundsinternational.com FOREWORD Topical antimicrobial dressings, including those that contain silver, are used to prevent or manage infection in a wide range of wounds.
Wound dressings - Guidance for use
mm.wirral.nhs.ukDo not use in the presence of wound infection, unless an appropriate systemic antibiotic is given concurrently. Not appropriate for use on cavity wounds in the absence of a cavity filler. Dressings must be removed prior to radiation treatment (X-rays, ultrasonic treatment, diathermy and microwaves). Dressing change.
CLINICAL GUIDELINES
www.acelity.comsingle use only. To help ensure safe and effective use, the V.A.C.® GranuFoam™ Dressing, V.A.C. GranuFoam Silver™ Dressing and V.A.C.® WhiteFoam Dressings are to be used only with V.A.C.® Therapy Units. Re-use of disposable components may result in wound contamination, infection and / or failure of the wound to heal.
Wound Management Formulary
www.gloshospitals.nhs.ukAlert symbol to indicate product is a high spend item. In 2018/19 the highest spend was on barrier creams, foam dressings, protease modulating matrix dressings and soft polymer dressings. Prevent waste tip. The goal is to assess the wound correctly, use the right dressing, at the right time, cost-effectively.
COMMUNITY PREFERRED DRESSINGS LIST
www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk• Tulle dressings impregnated with honey are suitable for shallow wounds. Tulle dressings can be extended out to 5x15, 10x30. • Algivon Plus is an alginate dressing impregnated with honey. Do not use for dry wounds.. Cavilon cream 28g 301-7480 £3.28 92g 277-1079 £6.55 Cavilon film spray 28ml 252-8966 £5.79 Barrier Cream/Skin Protection
Wound Management Formulary
www.hey.nhs.ukAudit the use of wound care dressings that will direct education and training of healthcare professionals in the organisation. Provide a process to review all new wound products for future use in clinical practice. Provide an education programme …