3M™ Prevena™ Therapy Patient Information

(SPEECH) [MUSIC PLAYING] (DESCRIPTION) A yellow car travels down a road at a slow pace. Other cars pass the yellow car. The car pulls into a garage where a dog is waiting. (SPEECH) Home sweet home. It's where you find family and friends. (DESCRIPTION) The dog wags its tail. (SPEECH) And it's where you'll continue your healing journey after your surgery. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Starting your recovery off right. 3M. Prevena Incision Therapy. (SPEECH) Managing your incision is the start of your recovery. Your surgeon is sending you home with the Prevena Incision Management System to help with the healing process. In this brief video, you'll learn about the Prevena Incision Management System, how it works, everyday tips for wearing and caring for your system, and how to read and troubleshoot the alerts on your unit. (DESCRIPTION) The Prevena 1 25 unit and the Prevena Plus 1 25 unit slides onto the screen. (SPEECH) Instructions vary by model your surgeon has selected for you. Please check your unit to determine whether you have the Prevena 125 Therapy Unit or Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit. Later in this video, you may skip to the instructions applicable to your specific unit. (DESCRIPTION) A pair of hands hold up the Patient Guide. (SPEECH) Be sure to read the Patient Guide for detailed instructions, and always follow the guidance of your surgeon. (DESCRIPTION) Text, About the system. The camera zooms in to the living room where the dog sits in front of a couch. (SPEECH) The Prevena Incision Management System is a portable, comfortable, dressing, and device that uses negative pressure, like a vacuum, to protect your incision and soft tissue around it. (DESCRIPTION) A cross section of the skin appears in a frame over the couch. (SPEECH) Your surgeon chose it for you because it helps hold incision edges together, provides protection from outside sources of infection, removes fluid if it develops from the incision, and helps reduce swelling. (DESCRIPTION) A green ball with yellow dots appears in the dog's mouth. (SPEECH) This state-of-the-art technology helps give you confidence that your incision is protected as you heal, and may help you feel more like yourself again. (DESCRIPTION) Text, How it works. The camera zooms into a room filled with a table and a TV. (SPEECH) Your surgeon applied the dressing to fully cover the incision and the surrounding soft tissue. (DESCRIPTION) The TV screen turns on showing white fuzz and then switches to a split screen of both therapy units. (SPEECH) The system attached to your dressing consists of these components-- the therapy unit, which has a 7 or 14-day lifespan depending on the model and will automatically turn off when done, a connection tube, fluid collection canister, carrying case, and battery charger. (DESCRIPTION) A silhouette of a person on the TV screen shows the different options for wearing the strap. (SPEECH) The system is designed to be worn over or under clothing with the carrying case and adjustable strap. The strap can be worn in multiple ways, so you can continue many of your normal, day-to-day activities. Be sure to always keep the unit in its carrying case to help prevent damage. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Everyday tips. The camera zooms into a bedroom. The dog sits beside the bed. (SPEECH) Here are some important considerations when using the device at home. (DESCRIPTION) Keep the therapy unit on as prescribed by your surgeon. A calendar page with day sits beside the Prevena 1 25, and a calendar page with day 14 sits beside the Prevena Plus 1 25. (SPEECH) First, always keep the therapy unit turned on unless disconnected. You may or may not see fluid in the canister. Lastly, always keep the therapy unit safe and dry. (DESCRIPTION) The dog sits in a running shower. (SPEECH) Before showering, you'll need to turn off and disconnect the therapy unit. (DESCRIPTION) Red arrows point to the round power buttons on each unit. (SPEECH) To turn off the unit, depress the Power button for three seconds for the Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit and five seconds for the Prevena 125 Therapy Unit. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Do not submerge unit. No baths. (SPEECH) The dressing may be exposed to soaps but should not get wet or soaked. For example, you should avoid baths and letting the shower stream hit the dressing for a prolonged period. (DESCRIPTION) The dog sleeps on the foot of the bed. (SPEECH) When sleeping, place the dressing and pump in a position where the tubing cannot bend, be twisted, or pinched. And if you have the Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit, always recharge the battery while sleeping. It's the best time to do this. The Prevena 125 Therapy Unit has AA batteries, which we will review in a moment. (DESCRIPTION) Rechargeable battery lasts around 9 hours. (SPEECH) Upon charging, the Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit will display a full charge. (DESCRIPTION) A battery icon with two green bars represent a full charge. A battery icon with one green bar represents a medium charge. A battery icon with one yellow bar represents low charge. (SPEECH) The charge level will decrease until low, at which point you should charge immediately to avoid any disruption in your therapy. The Prevena 125 Therapy Unit comes with three AA batteries, which should last the duration of your therapy. (DESCRIPTION) A yellow light below the battery icon on the top right of the unit turns on. (SPEECH) A low battery alert along with a slow beep will alert you if the batteries are low. (DESCRIPTION) Text, System alerts for the 3M Prevena Plus 1 25 Therapy Unit. (SPEECH) Prevena Plus 125 Therapy Unit. (DESCRIPTION) The camera zooms into the kitchen and dining area of the house. The dog sits beside the kitchen counter. (SPEECH) You may advance the video to the next section if you have the Prevena 125 Therapy Unit. Your therapy unit will tell you what's going on at all times. Let's go through the important indicators and alerts on your system. (DESCRIPTION) Help is always a call away. 800-275-4524. (SPEECH) First, there's your therapy life indicator. It is also your Power button. The lifespan will start after your unit has run for an hour non-stop. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Unit will countdown the last 7 days for you. (SPEECH) The lifespan will continue to count down even if the unit is off. These LEDs around the power button show how many days are left in the lifespan. The therapy unit automatically turns off when done. It will signal you with a series of beeps. [BEEPING] (DESCRIPTION) Two yellow dots appear at the top of the unit. (SPEECH) Next, there are the leak and blockage alerts. (DESCRIPTION) The yellow light on the top left of the unit flashes. (SPEECH) If the blockage alert goes off, check for a full canister or twisted tubing. Also, ensure the tubing clamp is open. (DESCRIPTION) The yellow light on the top right of the unit flashes. (SPEECH) If the leak alert goes off, ensure the canister is locked into the unit. Check the tubing connectors to make sure they're fully engaged and locked. You may also check your dressing. Use your finger to smooth out any creases or wrinkles. Use the Prevena Patch Strips that came with your dressing to seal any leaks. (DESCRIPTION) A hands slides their fingers up and down the length of the patch strip. (SPEECH) Be sure to slowly and firmly press around the edges of your dressing. The last and one of the most important alerts is the system alert. (DESCRIPTION) All the lights on the unit illuminate at the same time. (SPEECH) If the system alert goes off, turn the therapy unit off and then on. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Help with your 3M Prevena Incision Management System is always a call away. (SPEECH) If this does not resolve the system alert, call a Prevena Therapy Specialist at 1-800-275-4524. You can also find this number conveniently labeled on your unit. (DESCRIPTION) System alerts for the 3M Prevena 125 Therapy Unit. (SPEECH) The Prevena 125 Therapy Unit. Your therapy unit will keep you updated at all times. The following are important indicators and alerts you should know. (DESCRIPTION) The therapy life indicator glows green above the power button. (SPEECH) First, there's your therapy life indicator. To start your therapy, press the On/Off button for two seconds. All three lights will appear when your therapy is complete. (DESCRIPTION) A yellow light appears under the exclamation point icon, the bell icon, and the battery icon. (SPEECH) You'll also hear a repeated beep for 15 seconds. [BEEPING] (DESCRIPTION) A yellow dot turns on under the exclamation point in the top right corner. (SPEECH) Next, you have alerts for leaks and if your canister is full. If you hear one beep and the alert light is on, that is your leak alert. If the leak alert goes off, check all connectors for leaks. Make sure the canister is securely locked and the side tabs are flush with the unit. (DESCRIPTION) Check your dressing. (SPEECH) You may also need to press firmly around the dressing edges to check for leaks. (DESCRIPTION) A hands slides their fingers up and down the length of the patch strip. (SPEECH) Use Prevena Patch Strips to seal any leaks. If the leak is not fixed with these steps, call a Prevena Therapy Specialist at 1-800-275-4524. You can also find this number labeled on your unit. Now, if the same alert light goes off but you hear two beeps, this is your canister-full alert. Check the fluid level in the canister. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Check for twisted tubing. (SPEECH) If the canister is not full or near full, check for kinked or pinched tubing. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Help with your 3M Prevena Incision Management System is always a call away. 800-275-4524. (SPEECH) If the canister is full, turn the therapy unit off and call it Prevena Therapy Specialist. (DESCRIPTION) A yellow light appears below the battery icon on the top right corner of the unit. (SPEECH) There's also an alert for low and critically low battery. A low battery alert, along with a slow beep, will alert you if the batteries are low. When the battery is critically low, you'll hear a rapid, repeating beep with a solid light. (DESCRIPTION) Press and push to open panel. (SPEECH) Use lithium batteries when replacing the batteries. These last longer than regular batteries. The last important alert is the system error alert. (DESCRIPTION) A yellow light appears below the exclamation point icon and the battery icon. (SPEECH) [BEEPING] (DESCRIPTION) Hold for 5 seconds to power off. (SPEECH) If you hear these repeated beeps, turn off the unit and then turn the unit back on. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Hold for 2 seconds to power on. (SPEECH) If the unit and therapy do not resume, call a Prevena Therapy Specialist. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Help with your 3M Prevena Incision Management System is always a call away. 800-275-4524. (SPEECH) You can also visit 3M.com/PrevenaforPatients to download helpful system information. Should you experience any discomfort or have another medical issue related to your incision, contact your health care provider. The website and 800 number are for system inquiries only. It's normal to be cautious about your incision after surgery, but your surgeon has sent you home with the Prevena Incision Management System to make the recovery process easier. (DESCRIPTION) The dog holds a green leash in its mouth. (SPEECH) You'll be able to continue with many of your normal daily activities while the system helps protect your incision site. (DESCRIPTION) Text, Starting your recovery off right. 3M. Prevena Incision Therapy. (SPEECH) So welcome to your healing journey. And most importantly, welcome home. (DESCRIPTION) Text, It is important that you discuss the potential benefits and risks of any specific therapy with your doctor to decide whether it is right for you. Please consult your treating medical professional regarding specific questions and important information related to 3M Prevena Incision Management System use, safety information, and operation. (SPEECH) [MUSIC PLAYING] (DESCRIPTION) Note: Specific indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and safety information exist for the 3M Prevena Incision Management System. Please consult a physician and Patient Guide prior to application. Prescription only. References: Wilkes RP, Kikpadi DV, Zhao Y, Kazala R, McNulty A. Closed incision management with negative pressure wound therapy (C.I.M.): biomechanics. Surg Innov. 2012; 19 (1): 67 through 75. Payne J. Evaluation of the resistance of the Prevena incision dressing top film to viral penetration. 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