Silicone Absorbent Dressing 4×4 (10 ct.)

Silicone Absorbent Dressing 4×4 (10 ct.)
NM1010SSA | HCPCS code: A6196

These versatile dressings are simple to apply and perfect for various wounds. They securely hold primary dressings in place and are suitable for most injuries. The dressings feature a comfortable, gentle adhesive border and an absorbent center.

Healthcare professionals worldwide use Silicone Absorbent Dressings. They’re ideal for treating large pressure ulcers, including sacral wounds, as well as diabetic and vascular wounds.

These dressings are also a great option for post-operative wounds. Their hypoallergenic contact layer protects sutures and delicate healing tissue, minimizing discomfort during dressing changes.

Advantages of Silicone Absorbent Dressings

• Quick and easy application
• Reduce risk of infection by absorbing debris and allowing for easy visualization of wound
• Flexible and comfortable
• Promote moist environment for natural healing
• Absorb moderate to large amounts of drainage
• Reduce trauma and pain with dressing changes
• Semi-permeable, allow water vapor to escape, but block water/contaminants from entering
• Compatible with any primary dressings

How to Apply Silicone Absorbent Dressings

• Clean with wound cleanser or saline, pat dry
• Apply primary dressing if indicated (ie. Calcium Alginate Dressing, Collagen Dressing)
• Cover with Silicone Absorbent Dressing
• Recommended dressing change every 2-5 days, depending on amount of wound drainage.

Uses for Silicone Absorbent Dressings

• Wounds with moderate to large amounts of drainage
• Large wounds over the sacrum
• Partial and full thickness wounds
• Surgical and dehisced wounds
• Venous stasis ulcers
• Pressure ulcers (sacrococcyx, gluteal, ischial, trochanter, malleolus, heel)
• Diabetic wounds and wounds associated with vascular disease
• wounds with red granulation tissue or nonviable (necrotic) tissue

Considerations for Silicone Absorbent Dressings

• require intact skin around wound in order to anchor adhesive border
• should not be not cut, integrity of dressing must remain intact to function optimally
• may moisten adhesive edges of dressing to ease removal