Strenuous Activity; Cleaning; Dressing Removal - KCI PREVENA PLUS DUO Manual Del Usuario

STRENUOUS ACTIVITY

Advise patient as to when and at what level physical activities may be resumed. It is recommended
that patients avoid strenuous activity while using the PREVENA PLUS DUO™ Incision Management
System.

CLEANING

Advise patient that the therapy unit and carrying case can be wiped with a damp cloth using a mild
household soap solution that does not contain bleach.

DRESSING REMOVAL

NOTE: If dressing is lifted to observe incision, do not re-adhere the same dressing; a new
dressing must be applied.
WARNING: Dressings should always be removed in-line with the sutures and NEVER across the
sutures.
If a new dressing is to be applied:
1. Ensure the incision area is clean by using an alcohol swab or an antiseptic wipe.
2. Allow skin to dry completely.
3. Follow the PREVENA™ PEEL & PLACE™ Dressing Application instructions.
1. Turn the therapy unit off by pressing and holding the On/Off button.
2. Gently stretch the drape/dressing horizontally to release the
adhesive from the skin. Do not peel vertically.
Remove the drape/dressing in-line with the sutures, NEVER across
the sutures.
3. Clean any residual adhesive.
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