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Bandages purpose & therapeutic benefits |
Supports limb/joints, wounds or incisions. Holding dressings, pads, splints, cold/warms packs in place. Promoting venous return. |
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Peripheral neuro vascular assessment (PNA) |
Term for evaluating the status of an extremity encased in a bandage or cast. |
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Observation done by lpn |
Check skin color, finger/toe motion, sensation in them, distal pulse, capillary refill, edema, pressure, skin temp |
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Roller bandages |
Most common is all cotton elastic (ACE) |
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Kerlix |
Type of gauze, used to hold dressings in place or apply pressure. |
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Stretch net bandage |
Consist of a net or mesh type material, often used to hold wound dressing for first aid care or burn |
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Types of application |
Figure 8 Spiral Spiral reverse Circular Recurrent |
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Antiembolism stocking |
AKA Ted hose, help ensure adequate return of circulation to heart and may prevent blood clots |
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PCD machine |
Pneumatic compression device, used to support circulation , used primarily for client immediately after surgery or circulatory disorder |
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Binders |
Is a wide, flat piece of fabric to support specific body part or dressing in place. Miss luz |
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Tape |
Used instead of bandages or binders, hypoallergenic tape is used. |
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Maceration |
Skin softening and breakdown due to moisture accumulation and lack of circulation |
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Montgomery straps |
Used if frequent dressing changes are needed |
