Cardinal Health I.V. / Drain Split Dressing Excilon Gauze 2" x 2" Square Sterile, 1400 EA/CS

I.V. / Drain Split Dressing Excilon Gauze 2" x 2" Square Sterile, 1400 EA/CS

This I.V. sponge split dressing is a sterile Excilon gauze dressing made for use around drains, catheters, chest tubes, I.V.s, and tracheotomies. Buyers who need a dressing that fits neatly around tubing may prefer the pre-cut T-slit, which helps the sponge conform snugly while saving nursing time by avoiding sterile scissors. Excilon drain and I.V. sponges are noted for superior absorbency, fast wicking action, and a no-loose-threads design.

Good Fit For

• Dressing placement around I.V. lines and drains
• Care settings using catheters, chest tubes, or tracheotomies
• Workflows that benefit from a pre-slit sterile sponge

Key Features

• Pre-cut T-slit fits around drains, catheters, chest tubes, I.V.s, and tracheotomies
• Sterile dressing supports clinical workflows that require sterile wound care products
• Superior absorbency and fast wicking action help manage moisture at the site
• No loose threads helps reduce the chance of fibers falling into the wound
• Helps conserve nursing time by eliminating the need for sterile scissors

Applications and Usage

• Placing a sterile sponge around an I.V. site
• Covering and cushioning around a drain or catheter
• Using around chest tubes where a pre-cut opening is needed
• Supporting tracheotomy site dressing changes

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 12.5 X 8.5 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This item is intended for applications where a split dressing is needed around tubing or similar lines.
• The pre-cut T-slit can help streamline dressing changes by removing the need to cut the sponge before use.

FAQ

• Can this dressing be used around tubes or lines? Yes. The pre-cut T-slit is made to conform snugly around drains, catheters, chest tubes, I.V.s, and tracheotomies.
• Is this dressing sterile? Yes. This Excilon drain and I.V. sponge is sterile.
• What makes this sponge useful for site care? Excilon drain and I.V. sponges offer superior absorbency and fast wicking action, which can help manage moisture around the site.
• Does the dressing shed loose threads? No. The product details state that there are no loose threads to fall into the wound.
• Why choose a pre-slit sponge instead of a standard gauze pad? A pre-cut T-slit helps the dressing fit around tubing without using sterile scissors, which can save nursing time during dressing changes.

From Excilon by Cardinal Health.