Smith & Nephew Allevyn Life Adhesive Dressings 12.9 x 12.9 Pack of 10

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Nherera L, Cooley A, Delhougne G. Meta-analysis Shows Patient Wearable Sensor Reduces Incidence of Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries in Critically Ill Patients. Presented at NPIAP 2020 and WOCN 2020. Clarke R. Positive patient outcomes: The use of a new silicone adhesive foam dressing for pressure ulcer prevention and treatment. Paper presented at CAET, 2013. Smith+Nephew 2016. Wound Model Testing of New ALLEVYN Life Gen2 wcl Dressing using Horse Serum at a Flow Rate Modelling that of a Moderately Exuding Wound. Forni C, Searle R. Economic evaluation of the use of a multi-layer polyurethane foam dressing for the prevention of pressure ulcers in elderly patients with hip fractures. Poster presented at EPUAP annual meeting, September 2018.

Allevyn Life Dressings have several features that make them effective in managing wounds. These features include:

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In a pragmatic, randomized, controlled, superiority trial. p=0.001; n=359. Estimated cost savings vs standard preventive care alone; n=359. Use a clean technique to remove one of Allevyn Life's protective films and place the narrow end of Allevyn Sacrum Dressing a minimum of 2cm (3/4in.) above the anal sphincter. Then, smooth the dressing over your sacrum. Prepare the surrounding area of your wound by cleaning it and removing excess moisture. Also, clip any excess hair to ensure close approximation to the wound. Wassel CL, Delhougne G, Gayle JA, Dreyfus J, Larson B. Risk of readmissions, mortality, and hospital-acquired conditions across hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI) stages in a US National Hospital Discharge database. Int Wound J. 2020;1–11. https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.13482

Does the product come with any add-on services? Smith & Nephew is one of the most extensive wound care companies in the world, featuring a full line of wound management and biologic products. Then, remove the remaining protector film. Only the dressing's pad area must be adhered across the entire surface of your wound. Smith+Nephew 2020. The justification of the ‘CHG compatible’ claim for the Total Body Foam Cleanser reformulation. Internal report. Allevyn Life Dressings are indicated for use in the management of moderate to heavily exuding wounds, including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and surgical wounds. Smith+Nephew 2016.Product Performance of Next Generation ALLEVYN Life Internal Report. (HVT080) GMCA-DOF/08.Smith+Nephew 2020. The justification of pH buffered claim for the total body foam cleanser (TBFCI). Internal report. Allevyn Life Dressings are a type of foam dressing that is designed to manage exudate levels and provide protection to the wound bed. Compared to previous dressings. Ambispective (retrospective and prospective) observational study. 1.66 ALLEVYN LIFE Dressings vs 3.14 previous dressings (foams or gelling fibres); n=94; p<0.001). €11.46 ALLEVYN LIFE Dressings vs €27.75 previous dressings (foams or gelling fibres); n=94; p<0.001).

Are there different variations/models of the product, or are any planned? ALLEVYN Life is available in seven sizes: small, medium, large, and extra-large. There are also anatomically shaped dressings available in the range, which include two sacral sizes as well as a shape specifically for the heel. Please see Instructions for Use (IFU) for indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions and other important information.Microbac 2012. Chlorhexidine gluconate compatibility evaluation of skin treatment products. Internal report. 795-101. Walters B, Jamison K, Zafer D, Sanders T. Transforming Pressure Ulcer Prevention in the ICU with Patient Wearable Technology and Nursing Leadership. Presented at the Texas Organization of Nurse Executives. February 2016.

Infection Control Alcohol Hand Cleaner Hard Surface Wipes & Cleaners Sterilisation Pouches Skin clean, Disinfection and Protection n=38. Time saving based on previous dressing, estimated for 169 patients requiring ≥3 visits per week. Janitorial Mops General & Clinical Waste Bags Bed Protection Adhesive Remover Absorbent Powder Air Freshener Batteries Cups Medical Drug Accessories Vomit Bags Dressings can typically remain in place for up to 7 days, or as recommended by a healthcare professional.Compared to previous dressings. Ambispective (retrospective and prospective) observational study. 1.66 ALLEVYN LIFE Dressings per week vs 3.14 previous dressings (foams or gelling fibres); n=94; p<0.001). €11.46 ALLEVYN LIFE Dressings vs €27.75 previous dressings (foams or gelling fibres); n=94; p<0.001). Overbed Tables EasiRider Overbed Table - Wheelchair Base EasiRider Overbed Table - Standard Base Simple Overbed Table Lee YJ, Kim JY, Shin WY, Yeon YH. Use of prophylactic silicone adhesive dressings for maintaining skin integrity in intensive care unit patients: A randomised controlled trial. Int Wound J. 2019;16(Suppl. 1): 36–42. https://doi.org/10. 1111/iwj.13028. Rossignton et al. Clinical performance and positive impact on patient wellbeing of ALLEVYN Life. Wounds UK. 2013;9(4).