Advanced Drape Application - Acelity V.A.C.ULTA Mode D'emploi

V.A.C.

ADVANCED DRAPE APPLICATION

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CAUTION: Patient's skin condition should be carefully monitored (refer to Precautions, Protect
Periwound Skin section).
1. Trim the V.A.C.
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intact periwound tissue (Fig. 8). The V.A.C.
for easier handling. Excess V.A.C.
needed.
2. Carefully remove Layer 1 to expose adhesive (Fig. 9). The V.A.C.
held by the Ruler / Handling Bars.
3. Place the adhesive face down over foam and apply V.A.C.
and intact skin, ensuring V.A.C.
periwound tissue.
4. Remove Layer 2 and pat V.A.C.
NOTE: Proper sealing of the wound with the V.A.C.
assuring therapy is delivered to the wound. Use of V.A.C. VeraFlo™ Therapy in wounds
where large volumes of instillation fluid are delivered to the wound or in wounds in
anatomical locations that are difficult to seal require additional precautions to assure that
the dressing is adequately sealed throughout therapy. Consider adjusting patient placement
during instillation cycle, application of an additional layer of drape in tissue folds or areas
more likely to be susceptible to leaks, and supporting the wound area with surface contact or
pillow to prevent bulging of drape if the wound is in a dependent position.
5. Remove the Ruler / Handling Bars.
Layer 1
Fig. 8 Fig. 9
Advanced Drape to cover the foam and an additional 3-5 cm border of
Advanced Drape may be kept to seal difficult areas, if
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Advanced Drape covers at least a 3-5 cm border of intact
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Advanced Drape to ensure an occlusive seal (Fig. 10).
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Fig. 10
Advanced Drape may be cut into multiple pieces
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Advanced Drape to cover foam
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Advanced Drape is essential for
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Layer 2
3-5
cm
Advanced Drape may be