Transparent Film Dressing Type

Transparent film dressings are types of bandages that are used in a variety of situations. Most hospitals use them for securing intravenous lines and catheters on patients. They are easy to use and, because of their designs, can adhere to almost every part of the human body. Many clinical studies have shown that physicians prefer to use transparent film dressings over the traditional types.

Characteristics

• Knees can be difficult to bandage.

  Transparent film dressings come in different shapes and sizes to fit almost every kind of wound. These sterile bandages protect the injury but also allow air to flow through to dry and speed up recovery. They adhere well to the skin and help the skin to retain enough moisture so that the wound does not crack and split. They are also simple and easy to use.

When to Use

• Transparent film dressings can be used in almost every situation since they come in a variety of sizes and shapes. There are types for pressure sores, types to prevent injuries due to friction such as on toes and heels and types that can even fit oddly-shaped and vulnerable areas like fingers or the coccyx or tailbone. They are not for use on infected wounds.

Advantages

• Since transparent film dressing types are clear, it is easy to inspect the wound to make sure it is not infected. The bandages are also comfortable and allow the patient to be able to flex such areas as fingers or knees. The dressings to not need to be changed as frequently as traditional bandages, which reduces trauma or damage to the surrounding skin.

Added Protection

• Transparent film dressings have a frame around the clear bandage so that it adheres well to the skin. The clear film not only protects against unwanted moisture and contaminants touching the wound site, it also prevents bacteria and viruses from entering the wound, thus preventing any secondary infections.

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