McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing 4" x 8" Rectangle Calcium Alginate Sterile, 5 EA/BX

Calcium Alginate Dressing 4" x 8" Rectangle Calcium Alginate Sterile, 5 EA/BX

This calcium alginate dressing is a sterile 4 inch x 8 inch rectangular sheet for wound care. It fits settings that need absorption for moderate to heavy wound exudate and may help control minor bleeding, while also allowing the dressing to be trimmed to the wound dimensions. Buyers choosing this size get a non-occlusive calcium alginate sheet that can also be used to fill or pack wound dead space, with 5 dressings per box.

Good Fit For

• Wound care settings managing moderate to heavy exudate
• Applications where wound dead space needs filling or packing
• Facilities that prefer sterile, latex-free dressings

Key Features

• Calcium alginate sheet helps absorb moderate to heavy amounts of wound exudate
• May help control minor bleeding during wound care
• 4 inch x 8 inch rectangular format offers a larger sheet that may be trimmed to fit
• Can be used to fill or pack wound dead space when needed
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking to the wound bed for one-piece removal
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Helping control minor bleeding as part of wound dressing selection
• Packing or filling wound dead space
• Trimming a larger sheet to better match wound dimensions
• Using under a secondary dressing to help keep the alginate in place

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 10.2 cm.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• This dressing is single use and should not be reused.
• The sheet may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this calcium alginate dressing suited for? This dressing is intended for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate. It may also help control minor bleeding.
• Can this dressing be cut to fit the wound? Yes. The calcium alginate sheet may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.
• Does this dressing need a secondary covering? Yes. A secondary dressing is needed to keep the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Can this dressing be used to pack wound dead space? Yes. The dressing can be used to fill or pack the dead space in a wound.
• Is this dressing sterile and latex-free? Yes. This calcium alginate dressing is sterile and not made with natural rubber latex.

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