Demo: Treating Skin Tears with Mepitel ONE Wound Contact Layer from Molnlycke | Medical Monks скачать в хорошем качестве

Demo: Treating Skin Tears with Mepitel ONE Wound Contact Layer from Molnlycke | Medical Monks

Join Nikki for another great product demo from Medical Monks Education! Mepitel One is a wound contact layer that minimizes pain and trauma during dressing changes. It also features SafeTac Technology, which allows cost effective and undisturbed wound healing for up to 14 days. it conforms well to body contours and stays in place very well. All of these attributes lead it to be a perfect dressing for skin tears. Skin tears are among the most dreaded wound care complications. Often caused by medical adhesive (tape) removal, they can lead to infection, scarring and, most of all, very acute pain. Whether in a facility or home care situation, the preeminent concern should be preventing skin tears at all costs. Unfortunately there are times where precautions fall short, and skin tears occur. What then? For patients and/or caretakers, it is important to treat these injuries properly. Read on to learn more about skin tears, and some products and procedures to help them heal. What is a skin tear? A skin tear is an acute, traumatic injury in which the top layer (or layers) of skin is ripped away by a mechanical force, exposing the raw dermal layer beneath. This force is usually caused by improper removal of adhesive tape or dressings, but can also be related to wheelchair injuries or accidental falls, among other causes. The vast majority of skin tears occur in the limbs, with a higher occurrence in the arms than the legs. Skin tear risk factors Older adults are by far the most vulnerable to these types of injuries. As the skin ages, the epidermis becomes more fragile due to a natural decrease in proteins like collagen and elastin. Various chronic or critical illnesses can accelerate these effects, regardless of age. All these factors can lead to a top layer of skin that is progressively more delicate and easily bruised. Unfortunately, these types of injuries are often incorrectly considered minor by patients or lay caregivers. As a result skin tears are often underreported, potentially leading to serious complications and unnecessary suffering. Treating a skin tear When a skin tear occurs it is important to seek medical attention immediately. If left alone, or merely covered with basic gauze and tape, this type of injury is likely to result in complications including infections, pressure sores and/or hard-to-heal leg ulcers. After thoroughly cleaning the wound and applying pressure and elevation to control bleeding, a medical professional will assess the state of the torn-away skin layer. Generally called a “skin flap,” this leftover skin is vital to the healing process. If still attached, it should not be removed under any circumstances.