Smith & Nephew 20141 Acticoat 7 Day 4 in. x 5 in. BX/5

• Features:
  • Antimicrobial silver-based dressing
  • Broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, and viruses
  • Provides sustained release of silver for up to 7 days
  • Conformable and absorbent
  • Transparent backing allows for wound monitoring
  • Gentle on skin
  • Can be cut to size

Benefits:

• Reduces the risk of infection
• Promotes faster wound healing
• Provides a moist wound environment
• Minimizes pain and discomfort
• Convenient and easy to use
• Cost-effective due to its long wear time

Uses:

• Chronic wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries, and venous leg ulcers
• Surgical wounds
• Burns
• Skin tears
• Graft and donor sites

Contraindications:

• Known allergy to silver or any of the dressing components
• Malignant wounds

Application and Removal:

1. Cleanse the wound area and surrounding skin.
2. Dry the skin thoroughly.
3. Remove the dressing from the packaging and carefully peel off the release liner.
4. Apply the dressing to the wound, ensuring the silver layer is in contact with the wound bed.
5. Smooth any wrinkles or folds in the dressing.
6. Secure the dressing with tape or a bandage if necessary.
7. To remove the dressing, gently lift one corner and peel it away from the skin.