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PubMed1997

Research utilization: adhesive bandage dressing regimen for peripheral venous catheters.

BACKGROUND: This project used the process of research utilization to apply research knowledge to clinical practice for dressing peripheral intravenous (i.v.) catheters. METHOD: The project included (1) the review and synthesis of multiple research studies, (2) transformation of the research-based knowledge into a clinical protocol of use of adhesive bandage (AB) for dressing peripheral i.v. catheters, and (3) evaluation of the proportion of phlebitis as an outcome measure for comparison of peripheral i.v. catheter sites dressed with 2 x 2 inch gauze/tape or AB. Integral to the research utilization process was the use of planned change strategies. RESULTS: The proportion of phlebitis among peripheral i.v. catheters dressed with gauze/tape was 16.7% compared with 14.9% for AB. Antimicrobial ointment applied to the insertion site resulted in a higher proportion of phlebitis when used with an AB. CONCLUSION: This project used a research utilization framework to transfer research knowledge into clinical practice. To assure dissemination and implementation of the new practice, the use of ABs for dressing peripheral i.v.s was incorporated into hospital policy and procedure. In addition, the discontinuation of application of an antimicrobial ointment to peripheral i.v. sites was reinforced.

Adhesives↗
PubMed1975

Pressure measurements beneath below-knee amputation stump bandages: elastic bandaging, the Puddifoot dressing and a pneumatic bandaging technique compared.

Elastic wrap bandaging is unreliable and dangerous in terms of pressure and pressure distribution (tourniquet effect). The Puddifoot dressing is safe and is less likely to produce a tourniquet effect. The range of pressures it produces is low--possibly too low to achieve ideal moulding or oedema control. A pneumatic bandage achieved a relatively narrow range of pressures between capillary and arteriolar blood pressures. It minimized tourniquet effects and differences between skilled and unskilled bandagers. It is sufficiently promising to merit development.

Amputation Stumps↗
PubMed2000

Comparison of equine amnion and a nonadherent wound dressing material for bandaging pinch-grafted wounds in ponies.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate healing of pinch-grafted wounds on the distal aspect of the limbs of ponies bandaged with equine amnion or a standard nonadherent wound dressing material. ANIMALS: 6 ponies. PROCEDURE: A 2.5x2.5-cm full-thickness section of skin was removed from the dorsal aspect of each limb at the midpoint of the metacarpus or metatarsus. Six days later, wounds were grafted with partial-thickness pinch grafts. Half the wounds were bandaged with amnion, and the other half were bandaged with a nonadherent dressing. Bandages were changed every 3 days until wound healing was complete. At each bandage change, numbers of grafts lost were recorded, and wounds were measured. RESULTS: Percentage of grafts lost from wounds bandaged with amnion was not significantly different from percentage lost from wounds bandaged with the nonadherent dressing. Median healing time for wounds bandaged with amnion (30 days) was significantly less than median healing time for wounds bandaged with the nonadherent dressing (39 days). All wounds were healed by day 45. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Results suggest that amnion can be used for bandaging pinch-grafted wounds on the distal aspect of the limbs of ponies.

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PubMed1986

Biosoluble surgical material from 2,3-dialdehyde cellulose.

Dialdehyde cellulose (DAC) was prepared by periodate oxidation of various cellulosic materials in the form of sutures and bandages. The suitability of using DAC for making bioabsorbable sutures and antimicrobial wound dressing bandages was studied. The investigations indicated that DAC combines the requisite mechanical strength with an inherent antimicrobial nature. It was found that the oxidation of cellulose to yield DAC also rendered it bioabsorbable. The DAC was coated with different concentrations of urea formaldehyde in order to improve the mechanical properties for making sutures.

Aldehydes↗
PubMed1982

Comparison of removable rigid dressings and elastic bandages in preprosthetic management of patients with below-knee amputations.

The purpose of this study was to determine if the removable rigid dressing is more effective in preprosthetic management than the conventional support dressing with elastic bandages. Residual limb circumference, independent application of the dressing, tendency of the dressing to remain secure, development of pressure areas, and presence of pain were evaluated in two groups of below-knee amputees. Subjects were randomly assigned to use either removable rigid dressings or conventional elastic bandages. Residual limb circumference was measured three times a week, and the other variables were measured weekly. The results indicated that the removable rigid dressing is more effective in preprosthetic management than the elastic bandage.

Aged↗
PubMed1996

An audit of peripheral catheter care in a teaching hospital.

Post-insertion care of peripheral venous catheters (PVCs) in 100 patients on general medical and surgical wards of a teaching hospital was audited. A variety of methods were used to attach the PVC to the patients' skin including 'Vecafix' dressings, bandages and adhesive tape. Sixty-eight PVC were incorrectly attached, and of these 49 (71%) were associated with two or more symptoms or signs of inflammation at the insertion site. Of those PVC that were correctly attached only five out of 32 (16%) were associated with inflammation. There was a significant association between incorrect dressing application and inflammation (P < 0 center dot 01). Similarly, there was a direct relationship between inflammation and PVCs that had been in situ for greater than 48 h (P < 0 center dot 01). The results suggest that a significant reduction in the incidence of inflammation associated with PVC use may be achieved by correct application of dressings and replacing the catheters after 48 h in situ.

Bandages↗