What Supplies Are Needed For Wound Care?
Wound treatment starts with determining wound type.
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Wounds from surgery or prolonged bed rest can add complications to medical issues that are already difficult. Your doctor will suggest a treatment plan for you, but it is also important to understand the supplies and plan of care for yourself. Keep reading to find out about the different supplies you may need for wound care and how they are used.
Types of Wounds
Wound treatment starts with determining wound type. It is important that you know what kind of wound you are dealing with so your doctor can prescribe the right kind of treatment. There are eight wound categories1.- Pressure Ulcers (Also known as bedsores, read our guide to bedsores to learn more.)
- Diabetic / Neuropathic Ulcers
- Venous Stasis Ulcers
- Arterial / Ischemic Ulcers
- Surgical Wounds
- Atypical Wounds
- Fungating / Malignant Wounds
- Burns
The Right Supplies for Wound Care
There are many types of wound dressings, but we will focus on the most common ones. It is important to have the right kind of dressing for your wound so that you can heal quickly and prevent infections.Collagen Wound Dressings2
- Absorbent and maintains a moist healing environment
- Good for wounds with minimal to heavy secretion
- Can be used for surgical wounds
Composite Dressings3
- Moldable and easy to apply and remove
- Good for wounds with minimal to heavy secretion
- Can be used for pressure ulcers and surgical wounds
Contact Layer5
- Can be used as a liner for deep wounds
- Also used to protect wounds from direct contact with dressing
- Can be used with many types of dressings
Foam Dressings6
- Can be cut to fit specific body parts
- Good for wounds with minimal to heavy secretion
- Can be used for pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and minor burns
Hydrocolloid Dressings7
- Available in paste, powder, gel or sheet/wafer forms
- Water-resistant
- Can be used for pressure ulcers
Hydrofiber Dressings8
- Removes bacteria
- Forms a cohesive gel activated by fluid levels
- Can be used for pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, second-degree burns
Hydrogel Sheet and Amorphous9
- Cooling sensation reduces pain
- For minimal secretion
- Can be used for pressure ulcers, and minor burns
Impregnated Gauze10
- Gauze saturated with a water-based product
- Rehydrates the wound bed
- Can be used for pressure ulcers and minor burns
Non-Impregnated Gauze11
- Can be made of cotton, polyester or rayon
- Used for cleansing and packing wounds
- Can cover a variety of wounds
Transparent Film Dressings13
- Impermeable to liquids, water, and bacteria
- Allows oxygen in
- Can be used for pressure ulcers and second-degree burns
Alginate Dressing14
- Made from seaweed
- Partially dissolves to form a gel
- Can be used for pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and burns
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- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/collagens#:~:text=Collagen%20dressings%20are%20indicated%20for,the%20form%20of%20the%20dressing).
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/composites#:~:text=Composite%20dressings%20are%20indicated%20for,dermal%20ulcers%2C%20and%20surgical%20incisions.
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/contact-layers
- https://www.woundsource.com/blog/what-foam-dressing#:~:text=Foam%20dressings%20are%20excellent%20for,leg%20ulcers
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/hydrocolloids#:~:text=Hydrocolloids%20are%20indicated%20for%20use,with%20necrotic%20tissue%20or%20slough
- https://www.woundsource.com/product/aquacel-extra-hydrofiber-wound-dressing-strengthening-fiber#:~:text=Under%20the%20supervision%20of%20a,%2Dthickness%20(second%2Ddegree).
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/hydrogels-amorphous#:~:text=Amorphous%20hydrogels%20are%20indicated%20for,wounds%20with%20necrosis%20or%20slough.
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/hydrogels-impregnated#:~:text=Impregnated%20hydrogels%20are%20indicated%20for,wounds%20with%20necrosis%20or%20slough.
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/gauzes-non-wovens
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/specialty-absorptives-super-absorbents#:~:text=Specialty%20absorptive%20dressings%20are%20indicated,sites%2C%20or%20any%20exudating%20wound.
- https://www.woundsource.com/product-category/dressings/transparent-films#:~:text=Transparent%20films%20are%20indicated%20for,with%20necrotic%20tissue%20or%20slough.
- https://www.woundsource.com/blog/what-alginate-dressing
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