Medline Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing, Sacrum7" x 7", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing, Sacrum7" x 7", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing is a sacral foam dressing for wound care. Buyers choosing dressings for partial- and full-thickness wounds may value the gentle silicone adhesive, conformable shape, and the ability to lift and reapply the dressing during care. This 7 inch option uses a 5-layer foam design with a superabsorbent core and a waterproof outer layer.

Good Fit For

• Sacral wound dressing selection
• Partial- and full-thickness wound care
• Shallow, deep, or moderate to heavy drainage wounds
• Care settings using pressure injury prevention protocols

Key Features

• Five-layer foam construction with a superabsorbent core helps absorb exudate, convert it to gel, and lock it away
• Gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted and reapplied, which can support dressing checks and repositioning
• Highly conformable sacral design helps the dressing fit the application area more comfortably
• Low-profile build and moisture vapor transmission rate that adjusts to fluid level help improve breathability
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection at the dressing surface
• Suitable for primary or secondary use, giving buyers more flexibility in wound care protocols

Applications and Usage

• Managing exudate in sacral wounds
• Using as a primary dressing when foam absorption is needed
• Using as a secondary dressing in broader wound care plans
• Checking drainage and repositioning the dressing as needed during care

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 7".
• Material: Foam.
• Contraindicated for third-degree burns
• Dressing change timing should be based on checking drainage
• This SKU is sized for the sacral area, so application fit should be considered during selection

FAQ

• Can this foam dressing be repositioned? Yes. The gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted up and reapplied, which can help during dressing checks or repositioning.
• What kinds of wounds is this dressing intended for? Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing is indicated for partial- and full-thickness wounds.
• How does this dressing handle drainage? The dressing uses five layers and a superabsorbent core to absorb exudate, convert it into a gel, and lock it away. It is intended for shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage.
• Is this dressing appropriate for the sacral area? Yes. This is a sacral foam dressing, so it is intended for that application area.
• Are there any situations where this dressing should not be used? Yes. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns.

From Optifoam by Medline.