KCI PREVENA PLUS, Instructions For Use Manual

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SHOWERING AND BATHING
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Do not use the PREVENA PLUS™ 125 Therapy Unit while bathing/showering or where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub, shower or sink.
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Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug the unit immediately if plugged
into an electrical source. Disconnect unit from dressing and contact treating physician or
caregiver.
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Light showering is permissible, bathing is not. Before showering, clamp the tubing and
disconnect the dressing from the therapy unit.
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Dressing may be exposed to common shower soaps and rinsed with indirect shower stream.
Do not submerge dressing. Do not remove dressing.
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When towel drying, avoid disturbing or damaging the dressing.
STRENUOUS ACTIVITY
Advise patient as to when and at what level physical activities may be resumed. It is recommended
that patients avoid strenuous activity while using the PREVENA PLUS™ Incision Management System.
CLEANING
Advise patient that the therapy unit and carrying case can be wiped with a damp cloth using a mild
household soap solution that does not contain bleach.
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.
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Turn the therapy unit off by pressing and holding the On/Off button.
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.
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 PLUS™ CUSTOMIZABLE™ Dressing Applications instructions.