Quick Overview
Categories
Scope of Practice (ScOP) Designation
Treatment Goals
To maintain skin integrity
Aim of Dressing
To protect erosion of the epidermis by nourishing and protecting the skin from fecal matter and urine.
Frequency of Dressing Change
References
Product Selection Disclaimer:
The wound care products being currently used are a suggestion ONLY. They do not take into account your patient's individual needs which you must assess. No funding from medical companies has been provided and wound care products are chosen on their merit and what is available on the NSW Health State Wound Care Contract. Where an exact brand name product is not available we suggest you review the alternative tab or use another wound care product from its category eg. Hydrofibre
Care Plans
Patient has IAD
Patient has been incontinent and some erythema has become present around the anus, sacral or even the upper thighs.
Swipe
Clean the affected area
Apply Comfort Barrier wipes
Repeat