Learning Objective Compound dressings include tissues, wound dressings and standard dressings.

Self-adhesive plasters consist of self-adhesive mass spread on a supporting material such as an elastic cloth or a plastic film. They are used in strips to cover a smaller restricted area. The supporting material may be tinted with flesh color. Table 10.3 lists the various types of self-adhesive plasters with examples and their uses.   Table 10.3 Self-adhesive…

Adhesive bandages contain an elastic fabric spread with an adhesive mass. The bandage is held firmly in place by the adhesive and can be used for ambulatory patients. The elastic nature of the bandage does not restrict body movement.   Learning Objective Various adhesive bandages and their uses are listed in Table 10.2.   Table 10.2 Types…

Learning Objective Table 10.1 provides a list of various impregnated bandages along with the impregnating substances and their uses.   Table 10.1 Impregnating Substances and Uses of Impregnated Bandages Name of the Bandage Impregnating Substance Use Plaster of Paris bandage Dried calcium sulfate (mixture of amorphous and crystalline forms), suitable adhesives (methyl cellulose and hypromellose). As a…

The elasticity in the bandage can be produced by twisting threads, by using rubber threads or by crimping. These bandages are usually tinted to a light flesh color using a suitable nontoxic dye.

This fabric consists of two kinds of yarn. The warp is cotton and the weft is wool. The presence of wool provides additional warmth. Uses: It is used for orthopedic purposes and in regions that need to be kept warm.

It is made up of plain weave. Here, the weft contains more threads per centimeter than the warp, and hence, it is heavier. Uses: It is used in first aid. Because of the presence of heavy wefts, it is used to give additional protection to dressings, for support and immobilization, and to secure splints into the…

Triangular Calico Bandage It is made up of unbleached calico. It is shaped in the form of a right-angled isosceles triangle. The warp and weft are parallel to the two equal sides. Uses: It is used as sling. If used in contact with broken skin, it needs to be sterile.

Learning Objectives Bandages are used to hold dressings in place by providing pressure or support. They may be inelastic or elastic or become rigid after shaping for immobilization. Bandages are prepared in varying length. They form one continuous length without joints. Edges are cut parallel to the warp and there are no loose ends. Bandages…

Euflavine belongs to acridine group of antiseptics. Euflavine lint is absorbent lint medicated with euflavine by immersing it in the solution of the dye. It is pressed and dried. Uses: It is used in the first aid treatment of burns. Boric Acid Lint It is a medicated absorbable lint containing 3% to 7% of boric acid.