Prevena Central for orthopedic surgery

Proactive risk management with 3M Prevena Therapy aims to help advance the standard of care by helping to reduce the risk of costly post-operative complications, such as infection, associated with surgery in patients at high risk. In this video, you'll learn a few tips and tricks to support safe and effective application of Prevena Therapy on a closed incision after an orthopedic knee procedure. Prior to use of Prevena Therapy, consult detailed product indications, safety information, and instructions contained in the clinician guide. You'll notice that the hair has been preoperatively clipped to accommodate the area where the dressing will be applied. It's important that this area is clean and completely dry before application to ensure a tight seal. Once incision and periwound skin is clean and dry, apply 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier film to periwound skin to prepare the ares. To avoid tension or irritation on intact skin, use Prevena Patch Strips under the 3M Prevena dressing for protection. Avoid placing Prevena Patch Strips directly on the closed incision. The knee should be positioned at a 15 to 20-degree angle for dressing application. This will aid in minimizing skin tension during wear of the dressing or therapy. 3M Prevena Restor ArthroForm dressing has an additional surface area and a bit of a splinting effect. You'll notice the upper part of the dressing is larger and should be placed above the joint. Center the dressing by aligning the top of the wide section to the center of the patella before exposing the adhesive. It's important to keep the drape out of the knee fold to improve both patient comfort and maintain a proper seal. Apply the Prevena Restor ArthroForm dressing from the bottom up, applying the distal portion first, then the proximal portion. When using 3M Prevena Peel & Place dressing, center the cut foam over the incision, taking care to avoid sharp bends or kinks in the tubing. No matter which 3M Prevena dressing you use, it's important to run your fingers around the edge of the dressing when applying, and make sure to avoid stretching the material. Do not stretch the dressing or film during application, as tension can cause skin damage, such as tension blistering. With your Prevena dressing properly placed and sealed, you'll be ready to connect the dressing to a 3M negative pressure therapy unit. Getting your patient ready for mobile recovery-- if there's evidence of a leak, use Prevena patch strips around the dressing to ensure integrity of the seal. If you'd like to learn more about proactive risk management with Prevena Therapy, visit prevena.com. For patient troubleshooting resources, visit 3M.com/PrevenaforPatients.

[MUSIC PLAYING] Proactive Risk Management with 3M Prevena Therapy aims to help advance the standard of care by helping to reduce the risk of costly postoperative complications, such as infection, associated with surgery in patients at high risk. In this video, you'll learn a few tips and tricks to support safe and effective application of Prevena Therapy on a closed incision after an orthopedic hip procedure. Prior to use of Prevena Therapy, consult detailed product indications, safety information, and instructions contained in the Clinician Guide. You'll notice that the hair has been preoperatively clipped to accommodate the area where the dressing will be applied. It's important that this area is clean and completely dry before application to ensure a tight seal. Once incision and periwound skin is clean and dry, apply 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film to periwound skin to prepare the area. To avoid tension or irritation on intact skin, use Prevena Patch Strips under the 3M Prevena Dressing for protection. Avoid placing Prevena Patch Strips directly on the closed incision. When using the 3M Prevena Restor BellaForm Incision Management System, select the correct size for the desired coverage area, paying special attention to allow space outside of the foam for adhesion. Place the dressing to allow for flexing and patient movement during wear of the dressings. When using 3M Prevena Peel and Place Dressing, center the foam over the incision, taking care to avoid sharp bends or kinks in the tubing. 3M Prevena Plus Customizable Dressing can be cut to the size of your incision. For long incisions, it may be helpful to enlist the help of a second clinician. Use the included extra hydrocolloid on the ends of the foam and wherever additional seal is necessary. No matter which 3M Prevena Dressing you use, it's important to run your fingers around the edge of the dressing when applying and make sure to avoid stretching the material. , Do not stretch the dressing or film during application as tension can cause skin damage, such as tension blistering. With your Prevena dressing properly placed and sealed, you'll be ready to connect the dressing to a 3M Negative Pressure Therapy Unit, getting your patient ready for mobile recovery. If there's evidence of a leak, use Prevena Patch Strips around the dressing to ensure integrity of the seal. If you would like to learn more about Proactive Risk Management with Prevena Therapy, visit Prevena.com. For patient troubleshooting resources, visit 3M.com/PrevenaforPatients. [MUSIC PLAYING]

Proactive Risk Management with 3M Prevena Therapy aims to help advance the standard of care by helping to reduce the risk of costly post-operative complications such as infection associated with surgery in patients at high risk. In this video, you'll learn a few tips and tricks to support safe and effective application of Prevena Therapy on a closed incision after an orthopedic ankle fracture or trauma procedure. Prior to use of Prevena Therapy, consult detailed product indications, safety information, and instructions contained in the clinician guide. You'll notice that the hair has been preoperatively clipped to accommodate the area where the dressing will be applied. It is important that this area is clean and completely dry before application to ensure a tight seal. Once incision and periwound skin is clean and dry, apply 3M Cavalon, no sting barrier film to periwound skin to prepare the area. To avoid tension or irritation on intact skin, use Prevena patch strips under the 3M Prevena dressing for protection. Avoid placing Prevena patch strips directly on the closed incision. Position the foot at a 90 degree angle to apply the dressing, as the foot will be placed in an off loading boot or cast. 3M Prevena Restore AxioForm dressing provides expanded coverage to accommodate multiple incisions and add stabilization to the ankle. A two person team will help optimize the application. One person holds the extremity, while the other guides placement and adhesion. Once placement is confirmed, remove the center line and secure. Apply the outer wings working from the center to the outside edges of the dressing. When using 3M Prevena peel in place dressing, center the foam over the incision, taking care to avoid sharp bends or kinks in the tubing. No matter which 3M Prevena dressing you use, it's important to run your fingers around the edge of the dressing when applying and make sure to avoid stretching the material. Do not stretch the dressing or film during application, as tension can cause skin damage, such as tension blistering. With your Prevena dressing properly placed and sealed, you'll be ready to connect the dressing to a 3M Negative Pressure Therapy Unit, getting your patient ready for mobile recovery. If there's evidence of a leak, use Prevena patch strips around the dressing to ensure integrity of the seal. If you'd like to learn more about Proactive Risk Management with Prevena Therapy, visit Prevena.com. For patient troubleshooting resources, visit 3M.com/PrevenaforPatients. [MUSIC PLAYING]

[MUSIC PLAYING] Proactive Risk Management with 3M Prevena Therapy aims to help advance the standard of care by helping to reduce the risk of costly post-operative complications such as infection associated with surgery in patients at high risk. In this video, you'll learn a few tips and tricks to support safe and effective application of Prevena Therapy on a closed incision after an orthopedic shoulder procedure. Prior to use of Prevena Therapy, consult detailed product indications, safety information, and instructions contained in the Clinician Guide. You'll notice that the hair has been preoperatively clipped to accommodate the area where the dressing will be applied. It is important that this area is clean and completely dry before application to ensure a tight seal. Once incision and periwound skin is clean and dry, apply 3M Cavilon no-sting barrier film to periwound skin to prepare the area. To avoid tension or irritation on intact skin, use Prevena patch strips under the 3M Prevena dressing for protection. Avoid placing Prevena patch strips directly on the closed incision. Before dressing, position the arm as it would be in the sling or immobilizer that will be used post application. 3M Prevena Plus customizable dressing can be cut to the size of your incision. Use the included extra hydrocolloid on the ends of the foam and wherever additional seal is necessary. When using the 3M Prevena Restor BellaForm Incision Management System, select the correct size for the desired coverage area, paying special attention to allow space outside of the foam for adhesion. Place the dressing to allow for flexing and patient movement during wear of the dressings. When using 3M Prevena peel-in-place dressing, center the foam over the incision, taking care to avoid sharp bends or kinks in the tubing. No matter which 3M Prevena dressing you use, it's important to run your fingers around the edge of the dressing when applying and make sure to avoid stretching the material. Do not stretch the dressing or film during application, as tension can cause skin damage, such as tension blistering. With your Prevena dressing properly placed and sealed, you'll be ready to connect the dressing to a 3M negative-pressure therapy unit, getting your patient ready for mobile recovery. If there's evidence of a leak, use Prevena patch strips around the dressing to ensure integrity of the seal. If you'd like to learn more about Proactive Risk Management with Prevena Therapy, visit Prevena.com. For patient troubleshooting resources, visit 3M.com/PrevenaforPatients. [MUSIC PLAYING]

[MUSIC PLAYING] Proactive Risk Management with 3M Prevena Therapy aims to help advance the standard of care by helping to reduce the risk of costly postoperative complications, such as infection, associated with surgery in patients at high risk. In this video, you'll learn a few tips and tricks to support safe and effective application of Prevena Therapy on a closed incision after a lower limb amputation procedure. Prior to use of Prevena Therapy, consult detailed product indications, safety information, and instructions contained in the Clinician Guide . You'll notice that the hair has been preoperatively clipped to accommodate the area where the dressing will be applied. It is important that this area is clean and completely dry before application to ensure a tight seal. Once incision and periwound skin is clean and dry, apply 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film to periwound skin to prepare the area. To avoid tension or irritation on intact skin, use Prevena Patch Strips under the 3M Prevena Dressing for protection. Avoid placing Prevena Patch Strips directly on the closed incision. 3M Prevena Restor Adapti-Form Dressing allows for customization with an expanded coverage area. Cut the foam dressing away from the incision to avoid particles from falling on the incision. To improve contour on challenging areas, cut wedges around the foam as needed. Place sealing strips on the white side of the foam at the top and bottom of the hourglass. For a larger leg start with a wider piece of foam. If possible, have another clinician stabilize the limb. Hold the cut foam in place over the incision, assuring there is a gap on the sides of the foam to avoid circumferential application. When centering the dressing over the incision, ensure none of the sealing strips are touching the incision. Fold the foam over the incision area, folding it around the leg, applying even pressure to adhere the sealing strips. As you cut the drape, remember to allow for 1.2 inches of overlap when using multiple pieces of drape. Place the 3M V.A.C. Drape on the posterior side of the leg with adhesive side up to facilitate a sandwich technique. If possible, have another clinician hold the foam in place as you apply the drape. With your Prevena Dressing, it's important to run your fingers around the edge of the dressing when applying and make sure to avoid stretching the material. Do not stretch the dressing or film during application as tension can cause skin damage, such as tension blistering. With your Prevena Dressing properly placed and sealed, you'll be ready to connect the dressing to a 3M Negative Pressure Therapy Unit, getting your patient ready for mobile recovery. If there's evidence of a leak, use Prevena Patch Strips around the dressing to ensure integrity of the seal. If you'd like to learn more about Proactive Risk Management with Prevena Therapy, visit Prevena.com. For patient troubleshooting resources, visit 3M.com/PrevenaforPatients. [MUSIC PLAYING]