Acelity V.A.C.ULTA, Safety Information And Application Instructions

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V.A.C.® ADVANCED DRAPE APPLICATION
CAUTION: Patient’s skin condition should be carefully monitored (refer to Precautions , Protect Periwound
Skin
section).
1. Trim the V�A�C�® Advanced Drape to cover the foam and an additional 3 - 5 cm border of intact
periwound tissue ( Fig. 8 )� The V�A�C�® Advanced Drape may be cut into multiple pieces for easier
handling� Excess V�A�C�® Advanced Drape may be kept to seal difficult areas, if needed�
2. Carefully remove Layer 1 to expose adhesive ( Fig. 9 )� The V�A�C�® Advanced Drape may be held by
the Ruler / Handling Bars�
3. Place the adhesive face down over foam and apply V�A�C�® Advanced Drape to cover foam and intact
skin, ensuring V�A�C�® Advanced Drape covers at least a
3 - 5 cm border of intact periwound tissue�
4. Remove Layer 2 and pat V�A�C�® Advanced Drape to ensure an occlusive seal (
Fig. 10
)�
NOTE: Proper sealing of the wound with the V.A.C.® Advanced Drape is essential for assuring therapy
is delivered to the wound. Use of V.A.C. VeraFlo™ Therapy in wounds where large volumes of instillation
fluid are delivered to the wound, or in wounds in anatomical locations that are difficult to seal require
additional precautions to assure that the dressing is adequately sealed throughout therapy. Consider
adjusting patient placement during instillation cycle, application of an additional layer of drape in tissue
folds or areas more likely to be susceptible to leaks, and supporting the wound area with surface contact
or pillow to prevent bulging of drape if the wound is in a dependent position.
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Layer 2
Layer 1