Cleaning; Device Disposal; Dressing Removal - KCI Prevena Intrucciones De Uso

CLEANING

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

DEVICE DISPOSAL

At the end of therapy, the patient should return therapy unit to physician for disposal. Dispose of
all waste according to local requirements. Improper disposal may run the risk of regulatory non-
compliance.

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.
1. Turn the therapy unit off by pressing and holding the On/Off button.
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 CUSTOMIZABLE™ Dressing Applications instructions.
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 with an alcohol swab.
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