Surgery  >  Changing a Gauze Dressing

Equipment

equiment for changing a gauze dressing
  • Option: Clean washcloth and towel
  • Cleansing fluid: bottle of sterile normal saline, antiseptic swab, or soap and warm water.
  • Sterile 4 X 4 gauze pads, ABD gauze pad
  • Tape: adhesive, paper or non-allergenic
  • Plastic trash bag
  • Option: antibiotic ointment or cream ordered by the doctor
  • 2 Pairs of clean disposable gloves
  • Care Diary