KCI V.A.C.Via, Instructions For Use Manual

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d. If 3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film is applied to area with skin folds or other skin-to-skin
contact, make sure that skin-contact areas are separated to allow the film to thoroughly dry
before returning to normal position.
•
Allow 3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film to thoroughly dry before covering with
dressings.
•
Reapplication of 3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film is necessary each time
dressings are changed; the barrier film is removed by the V.A.C.® Advanced Drape
adhesive.
e. If desired, the film can be removed by using most medical adhesive removers as directed.
Clean and dry the involved area and reapply 3M™ Cavilon™ No Sting Barrier Film.
5.
Ensure adequate hemostasis has been achieved (refer to
Warnings
,
Bleeding
section,
Hemostasis, Anticoagulants and Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors
).
6.
Protect sensitive structures, vessels and organs (refer to
Warnings
,
Bleeding
section,
Protect
Vessels and Organs
).
7.
Sharp edges or bone fragments must be eliminated from wound area or covered (refer to
Warnings
,
Bleeding
section,
Sharp Edges
).