(11) Saline solution.
(12) Solution basin, if applicable.
(13) Drain, if applicable.
e. Prepare the Patient. Position the patient so that the wound site is easily
accessible. Expose the wound area by removing the patient's clothing and/or by folding
the bed linens, gown, or pajamas away from the wound area. Do not expose any more
of the patient's body than is necessary.
f. Prepare the Work Area.
(1)
Clear all items off the bedside stand or the over-the-bed table.
(2)
Clean and dry area where the sterile field will be established if needed.
(3)
Cut the tape strips to the size that is required to secure the dressing.
(4)
Attach one end of each tape strip to an area that can be easily reached.
(5)
Pour adhesive solvent into the solvent basin.
(6)
Pour the disinfecting solution into a solution basin.
(7)
Put on mask and sterile gloves.
g. Remove 0uter Dressing. Do not put pressure on the wound when removing
the dressings. Pressure causes pain, additional injury, and interferes with the healing
process.
(1)
Loosen the ends of the tape attached to the patient's skin (figure 4-5).
Figure 4-5. Removing tape.
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