Medline Sterile Bordered Gauze Adhesive Island Wound Dressing, 4" x 4" with 2.5" x 2.5" Pad

Sterile Bordered Gauze Adhesive Island Wound Dressing, 4" x 4" with 2.5" x 2.5" Pad

This sterile bordered gauze adhesive island wound dressing is a 4 inch x 4 inch composite dressing with a 2.5 inch x 2.5 inch pad. It works for buyers who need a dressing that can serve as a primary or secondary dressing and stay in place with an adhesive border. The four-layer design combines a nonadherent contact layer, an absorbent cushioning pad, and a water-resistant nonwoven backing.

Good Fit For

• Primary or secondary wound dressing needs
• Shallow, deep, or draining wounds
• Dressings that need an adhesive border for secure placement
• Care settings that prefer a sterile 4 inch x 4 inch dressing

Key Features

• Sterile dressing for wound care applications
• Composite island design with four layers for primary or secondary dressing use
• Nonadherent contact layer helps protect the wound site and avoid sticking to granulating tissue
• Soft pad absorbs drainage and adds cushioning
• Water-resistant nonwoven backing with adhesive border helps keep the dressing in place
• 4 inch x 4 inch overall size with a 2.5 inch x 2.5 inch pad

Applications and Usage

• Covering a wound with a sterile adhesive island dressing
• Using as a primary dressing over the wound site
• Using as a secondary dressing over another wound care layer
• Managing wounds with drainage while adding cushioning
• Supporting wear time of up to 7 days when appropriate

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This dressing has a 4 inch x 4 inch overall size with a 2.5 inch x 2.5 inch pad, so check both dimensions for fit.
• The dressing is intended for primary or secondary use, which can help simplify wound care selection.
• Change frequency is listed as up to 7 days.

FAQ

• Can this dressing be used as either a primary or secondary dressing? Yes. This composite island wound dressing is suitable for primary or secondary use.
• What size is the dressing and pad? The dressing measures 4 inch x 4 inch overall, and the pad measures 2.5 inch x 2.5 inch.
• Does the wound contact layer stick to the wound site? The contact layer is nonadherent and is designed to protect the wound site without sticking to granulating tissue.
• How does this dressing stay in place? A water-resistant nonwoven backing and adhesive border help hold the dressing securely in place.
• How often does this dressing need to be changed? The listed dressing change frequency is up to 7 days.

From Medline.