How to Apply Steri Strips
Things You'll Need
- Steri-Strips
Instructions
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Step 1
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Clean and dry at least two inches of skin around the wound for good adhesion. Compound Benzoin Tincture may be applied to enhance adhesion.
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2
Open the package. Remove the Steri-Strip card and card end tab.
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3
Grasp the end of a Steri-Strip and lift it upward from card.
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4
Use your fingers to push the wound edges together and place the Steri-Strip across the wound. Press firmly in place.
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5
Add more Steri-Strips across the wound until the wound is closed. The strips should be placed approximately one-eighth of an inch apart.
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6
Align additional strips parallel to the wound, approximately one-half of an inch from strip ends, to prevent premature lifting.
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