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Smith
Nephew
OPSITE™ FLEXIGRID™
Transparent Film Dressing
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Step 1
- Wash hands before and after treating the wound
- Gently clean the wound removing any debris and dry the surrounding skin. Ensure surrounding skin remains dry before application. Do not apply to heavily bleeding wounds.
- Remove dressing from pouch.
- Remove the backing paper marked 1, taking care not to touch the adhesive side.
- Place the dressing over the wound using light pressure.
Step 2
Remove the backing paper marked 2, and smooth the dressing down. Press around the edges of the dressing.
Step 3
If required, record the wound size.
Step 4
Remove the green grid and keep in patient's records.
Step 5
To remove the dressing, lift one corner and slowly stretch the film in a motion that is parallel to the skin. Handle and dispose of the used dressing with care.
Please see Overview tab for Contraindications/Precautions