Medline Optifoam Gentle EX Bordered Foam Dressing, 5" x 5", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle EX Bordered Foam Dressing, 5" x 5", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle EX bordered foam dressing is a 5 inch x 5 inch foam dressing for wound management. It fits buyers who need a conformable adhesive dressing for partial- and full-thickness wounds across different body areas, with the flexibility to lift and reapply during placement. The five-layer design uses a superabsorbent core, and the outer layer is waterproof.

Good Fit For

• Managing partial- and full-thickness wounds
• Wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Use across different body areas
• Protocols that include pressure injury prevention

Key Features

• Five-layer foam dressing with a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, turns it into a gel, and locks it away
• Gentle silicone adhesive helps the dressing conform well and allows lift-and-reapply placement
• Low-profile design supports comfort and flexibility during wear
• Moisture vapor transmission rate adjusts to fluid level to improve breathability
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection during use
• Works as a primary or secondary dressing for shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage

Applications and Usage

• Covering shallow or deep wounds that need a bordered foam dressing
• Managing exudate in wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Using as either a primary dressing or a secondary dressing
• Applying to body areas where a conformable dressing can improve fit

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 5".
• Material: Foam.
• Check drainage to determine dressing change frequency
• Not for use on patients with a silicone allergy
• Contraindicated for third-degree burns

FAQ

• What types of wounds is this bordered foam dressing intended for? Optifoam Gentle EX bordered foam dressing is indicated for partial- and full-thickness wounds, including shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage.
• Can this dressing be repositioned during application? Yes. The gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted and reapplied, which can help during placement.
• Can this foam dressing be used as a primary or secondary dressing? Yes. This dressing can be used as either a primary dressing or a secondary dressing.
• Is the outer layer waterproof? Yes. The dressing has a waterproof outer layer.
• Are there any important restrictions on use? Yes. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns and should not be used on patients with a silicone allergy.

From Optifoam by Medline.