Pre-Procedure Bandages are applied to the skin PRIOR to puncturing the skin. This provides a greatly enhanced degree of protection. The isolation of the site has already occurred before the skin is broken. Human exposure to bloodborne pathogens is minimized and contaminated sharps can be disposed of immediately. Pre-procedure bandages can protect healthcare workers from needlestick injuries and prevention of cross contamination of the intimate contacts of vaccinated individuals as well.
Injection Patch
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INJECTION PATCH™
The Injection Patch covers an injection site prior to the puncture. The injection is performed through the clear central elastomer film that seals immediately when the needle is removed. The Injection Patch allows the needle that is contaminated by exposure to the patient’s blood to be disposed of immediately, rather than after a lengthy bandaging procedure. The Injection patch eliminates the need for post-injection bandaging because the site is dressed prior to the injection. Any bleeding or discharge that occurs is contained behind the plastic window.
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Invasive Site Patch
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INVASIVE SITE PATCH™
The sterile Invasive Site Patches™ are designed to cover a proposed injection or procedure site prior to the procedure. They enhance provider and patient safety from needlestick injury and exposure to bloodborne pathogens, because completion of bandaging the site occurs within a moment after the procedure is completed. A variety of procedures can be performed through the open window including vaccinations, injections, or even minor surgeries. The healthcare provider can immediately focus full attention on disposal of the contaminated sharp. The procedure is performed through an open door and then the door is closed and sealed to secure and isolate the site. (left) The door has a view window The absorbent materials surrounding the site wick away fluids and exudates without putting any pressure on the site. The site is left to heal, unto For more information about this product click here. |
that allows the injection site to be observed post-procedure. This permits adverse reactions to be observed at the earliest possible moment rather than only at the time that the bandage is being changed. When the tab is pulled down, the flap pulls over the site and seals the door. (right)
uched by any bandaging materials. The entire site is sealed by a breathable layer of polyurethane and a polyethylene window. The clear medical grade polyethylene window protects the site. The site may be observed without having to change the bandage and without risking exposure to contaminated body fluids.The After-Patch
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THE AFTER-PATCH™
The After-Patch is a bandage that is designed to cover a vaccination or procedure site after the Invasive Site Patch has been removed. It protects the site from trauma or impact and prevents infectious exudates from entering or escaping from the lesion. A hard polyethylene plastic The device is 2.75" square. The absorbent area is 1.75" square with a 1 1/8" diameter circle under the protective dome in the safe zone. A 3.75" square version will be available in the near future. The adhesive components on the two sizes do not overlap. The patch adhesive will not contact the same skin on the patient when used on alternate days. Tissue which has contacted adhesive can recover each time the bandages are alternated. For more information about this product click here. |
domed cap in the center of the patch protects the site from mechanical assault. It shields the site by creating a ‘safe zone’ where nothing touches the skin, thus protecting the site during the healing process.
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