Bandaging Principles and Techniques课件.pptVIP

Bandaging Principles and Techniques By Catherine Briere, DVM Lecture Objectives Review bandage layers Functions and indications for specific bandages General bandage care Complications General Functions Aid in wound healing Prevent open wound contamination Wound debridement Maintain moist wound environment Support or protect deeper body parts Pressure Prevent/reduce swelling or hemorrhage Prevent weight bearing Immobilization of tissues Often serve multiple functions Every wound deserves a bandage… … a real bandage … a real bandage General Functions Aid in wound healing Prevent open wound contamination Wound debridement Maintain moist wound environment Support or protect deeper body parts Pressure Prevent/reduce swelling or hemorrhage Prevent weight bearing Immobilization of tissues Often serve multiple functions Immobilization General Functions Aid in wound healing Prevent open wound contamination Wound debridement Maintain moist wound environment Support or protect deeper body parts Pressure Prevent/reduce swelling or hemorrhage Prevent weight bearing Immobilization of tissues Often serve multiple functions Bandage Layers Primary Layer In direct contact with skin or wound Choice of material dictated by Presence / absence of wound Stage of wound healing Amount exudate Necrosis/infection Bandage Layers Primary Layer Functions: Debridement Deliver medication Transmit exudate to 2nd layer Seal wound Bandage Layers Secondary Layer Functions: Absorption of wound exudate / fluid Support Compression Bandage Layers Tertiary Layer Functions: Protects from environment Holds bandage in place Immobilizes Bandage Layers Tertiary Layer Functions: Protects from environment Holds bandage in place Immobilizes General Principles Improperly placed bandages can be very harmful!!! Too loose will not help; Too tight will harm Avoid circumferential tape When placing bandage, remember: Daily care necessary Weekly change mandatory Bandage Ty