What is a conforming gauze bandage used for?

The Elastoplast Conforming Bandage provides support for injured joints in high movement areas like the wrist, thigh or knee. Commonly used as a dressing retention, the bandages conform to the shape of the applied area and provide relief and light compression.

What are sterile bandages?

A sterile dressing may be used to control bleeding from a major wound or to absorb any discharge from a minor wound. Dressings vary greatly in nature and size, so it is important to select the correct dressing for use on a specific wound. A sterile dressing which is past its expiry date should NOT be used.

What kind of dressing is Kerlix?

Product description. Kerlix™ bandage rolls provide fast-wicking action, superior aeration, and excellent absorbency. They are made of prewashed, fluff-dried 100% woven gauze with unique crinkle-weave pattern for loft and bulk to cushion and protect wound areas. Finished edges on the product reduce loose ends and lint.

What is the difference between sterile and non sterile bandages?

In no-touch technique, dressings, solutions, and instruments that come into direct contact with the wound are sterile. Supplies that do not come into direct contact with the wound, such as barriers and gloves, are nonsterile.

What’s the difference between sterile and non sterile?

Gloves marked as “sterile” have typically been sterilized by the manufacturer. Gloves that are “non-sterile” have not been sterilized by the manufacturer, but still must be tested by the FDA to assure that they have been sterilized and meet the FDA assurance level.

Is Kerlix the same as gauze?

Kerlix® Roll is a pre-washed, fluff-dried 100% woven gauze dressing with a unique crinkle-weave pattern for loft and bulk to cushion and protect wound areas.

Is Kerlix the same as Kling?

Bandages. (1) Kling or Kerlix bandage. Kling and Kerlix bandages are loosely woven or knitted roller gauze bandages that are soft and conform easily. This bandage is highly absorptive and is appropriate when a bulky dressing is needed.

What is an ABD pad?

The Combine ABD Pad is a highly absorbent dressing that provides padding and protection for large wounds. • Highly absorbent multi-layer dressing. • Soft non-woven outer facing wicks moisture into the cellulose core that quickly absorbs and disperses fluid. • Moisture resistant barrier prevents fluid strike-through.

What is a Montgomery tie?

Medfix™ Montgomery Straps are hypoallergenic adhesive straps not made with natural rubber latex used to facilitate frequent dressing changes and help prevent skin trauma. Can be cut to size. Used with packing strips as laces. • Facilitates frequent dressing changes without having to remove the dressing.