Tegaderm, ClearFilm, or IV ClearTransparent Dressing – I.V.

Tegaderm, ClearFilm, or IV Clear  Dressing – Transparent dressing for IV lines and catheter sites

IV Cannula fixation dressing can be used to cover and protect catheter sites and to secure devices to the skin. Other intravascular catheters and percutaneous devices. Excellent adhesion, yet gentle to the skin.

Made of transparent polyurethane film. Ideal for the fixation of intravascular devices such as catheters and cannulas. The film ensures excellent fixation of the cannula so that the patient can move freely with the cannula.

Features

 Viral Barrier:

Deep notched design forms a barrier to secondary infection and bacterial contamination.

 Latex-free Zone:

All aspects of the item are Latex-free.

 Easy to use:

Frame delivery system facilitates simple, accurate and quick application.

 Low reflective film:

Transparent, low reflective film window allows easy positioning and monitoring of insertion site.

 Waterproof:

Waterproof design maximizes fluid protection of site and minimizes frequency of dressing changes.

 Softer touch:

Hypoallergenic adhesive is gentle to the skin whilst providing maximum securement.

How to Use :

1. Open package and remove sterile dressing.

2. Pre-cut tape strips can be used:

• Under catheter or hub to protect skin.
• Over catheter or hub, to enhance catheter stability.
• To secure IV tubing or to stabilize catheter tubing.

3. Remove backing paper and position dressing over catheter site at the desired location.

4. Ensure transparent film window sits centrally over insertion site.

5. Do not stretch the dressing during application as tension may cause skin trauma.

6. Slowly remove the frame while firmly smoothing down the dressing edges to maximize fixation.

7. Enter the dressing change details onto the record label and fix onto dressing ensuring the window is not obscured.

For use with:

• IV catheters
• Central venous lines
• PICCs
• Suction catheters
• Epidural catheters
• Hemodialysis catheters
• Orthopedic pins
• Other intravascular catheters and percutaneous devices