McKesson 4" x 4" Sterile Square Hydrocolloid Dressing with Film Backing, 200/CS

4" x 4" Sterile Square Hydrocolloid Dressing with Film Backing, 200/CS

This hydrocolloid dressing is a sterile 4 inch x 4 inch square wound dressing with film backing. It works well for wound care settings that need a pliable, absorbent, waterproof dressing that helps maintain a moist wound environment and stays in place for up to 7 days. Rounded corners, a semi-transparent outer layer, and single-use sterile construction support practical day-to-day dressing changes.

Good Fit For

• Pressure ulcer care
• Minor wound dressing changes
• Leg ulcer management
• Burn care settings

Key Features

• Sterile single-use hydrocolloid dressing for wound care workflows
• 4 inch x 4 inch square format fits general dressing applications
• Film backing is waterproof and helps create a barrier to microorganisms
• Hydrocolloid layer forms a gel-like covering to support a moist wound environment
• Rounded corners and tapered design help reduce edge roll-up, shear, and friction
• Dressing may remain in place for up to 7 days to reduce dressing change frequency

Applications and Usage

• Covering pressure ulcers with a moist wound dressing
• Managing minor injuries where a waterproof outer film is preferred
• Supporting leg ulcer care with an absorbent hydrocolloid dressing
• Using on burns when a sterile square dressing format fits the site
• Reducing dressing change frequency in care plans that allow wear up to 7 days

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 10.2 cm.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Single-use dressing
• Wear time may be up to 7 days when appropriate for the wound and care plan
• Square 4 inch x 4 inch format is best for sites that do not need an anatomical shape
• This version uses film backing rather than foam backing

FAQ

• How long can this hydrocolloid dressing stay in place? This dressing may remain in place for up to 7 days, which can help reduce dressing change frequency when that wear time is appropriate.
• What kinds of wounds is this dressing used for? This hydrocolloid dressing is generally recommended for a range of wounds including pressure ulcers, minor injuries, leg ulcers, and burns.
• Is the dressing sterile and intended for one-time use? Yes. The dressing is sterile and made for single use.
• What does the film backing add? The film backing makes the dressing waterproof and helps provide a barrier to microorganisms while allowing wound site visualization through the semi-transparent outer layer.
• Does this dressing contain natural rubber latex? No. This dressing is not made with natural rubber latex.

From McKesson.