Quick Overview
Hydrocolloid Powder: A hydrocolloid powder that swells upon contact with moisture, effectively “drying” out the area. This facilitates the application of pastes and supports the healing of small epidermal losses or skin stripping.
Maximum Wear Time
1 use
Exudate Management
Scant to moderate
Alternatives
Product Information
HMIF / Ordering Code
7906
Categories
Brand
Specifications
Weight: 28g | Units Per Pack: 1 | RRP (AUD): $8.7
Primary Complementary Dressings
Uses
- Epidermal Loss and Exudate: Ideal for pressure injuries where significant epidermal loss has occurred, and creams or dressings are not adhering due to excessive exudate.
- Peri-Stomal Skin Breakdown: Effective for managing peri-stomal skin breakdown, where the stoma ring or bag is not adhering properly to the skin.
Positives
- Moisture Adhesion: A fine powder that clings to even the smallest amount of moisture, helping to prevent dressing lift-off.
- Stoma Ring Adherence: Enhances the adhesion of stoma rings, ensuring a secure fit.
- Cream and Paste Application: Facilitates the adherence of both stoma and zinc-based creams or pastes to the wound bed, supporting effective treatment.
Limitations
- Excess Powder Removal: Failure to brush off all excess powder can inhibit the adhesion of pastes, stoma rings, or dressings, compromising the effectiveness of the wound care.
Precautions
- Excess Powder Removal: It is crucial to remove all excess powder completely; otherwise, adhesives and dressings will not adhere to the skin properly.
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