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they are generally referred to as 'plasters'.
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Is a sterile cloth used to cover wounds?
Dressing and Bandage
Who invented the adhesive bandage?
Joseph Woodland
An adhesive bandage for small wounds?
Band-Aid
What is self adhesive?
It refers to the fact that tape does not need to be used the bandage has its own adhesive (tape)
What would be the cause of redness under bandage adhesive?
infection
How do you put on a bandaid?
After cleaning the wound, remove the bandage backing to reveal the adhesive, and gently apply the bandage to the wound without touching the gauze.
What are some situations in which adhesive bandages dont stay on very well?
If an adhesive bandage is placed on a bodypart which will generally encounter quite a lot of movement/use, the bandage is likely to experiance additional "wear and tear" and probably come off sooner than expected. (E.g on hands, feet or elbows etc...) Also if the bandage is applied to a bodypart which is likely to get wet (e.g hands) the bandage is unlikely to stay on effectively. It is usually the two M's, "movement" and "moisture" which cause adhesive bandages to come off prematurely.
What does the term butterfly mean in the medical field?
One use of the word butterfly in the medical field is a type of bandage. A "butterfly bandage" is an adhesive application that has wing like additions that help hold it in place.
The type of bandage this is dangerous if it is stretched to tight but is the easiest to use is called what?
The type of bandage this is dangerous if it is stretched to tight but is the easiest to use is called what?
How do you get an ace bandage to stay on?
The conventional type of Ace bandage usually comes with two little figure-8 shaped hooks to hold it in place, but two small safety pins will work as well. Some types of Ace bandage have a self-adhesive strip at one end, similar to Velcro.
What is Nexcare?
Nexcare is 3M's personal health care brand. The brand competes with Johnson & Johnson's Band-Aid brand in the adhesive bandage market. The brand also sells similar products such as bandages, surgical tape, and liquid bandage products.
Is a bandage used to hold a splint in place?
Yes. If you are in a situation where an adhesive bandage, ACE bandage, or some other form of First Aid bandage is available, you can always tie it on with a sock/other article of clothing, or use tape. If you use tape, be sure not to tape the skin.
