by Tom Graham | Apr 15, 2024
Topic Eight: Barrier Products and Emollients Emollients and MoisturisersEmollients and moisturisers are often used interchangeably. However, strictly speaking, an emollient simply acts as a barrier to prevent loss of the skin’s own moisture, whilst a moisturiser has...
by Tom Graham | Apr 15, 2024
Topic Seven: Super Absorbent Dressings The main function of these dressings is the absorption and containment of exudate. Dressings that can help to optimally manage wound exudate and promote a balanced environment are key to improving wound and patient outcomes....
by Tom Graham | Apr 15, 2024
Topic Six: Film Dressings Composition & Properties Film dressings are transparent, flexible and adhesive. They are often used for superficial wounds to protect the wound from friction and other trauma. They are capable of providing a barrier against infection. These...
by Tom Graham | Apr 15, 2024
Topic Five: Hydrogel Dressings Composition & Properties Hydrogels are available in an amorphous gel or sheet form. All hydrogels characteristically have a high water content of around 70%, with the majority of hydrogels containing propylene glycol,l which acts as a...
by Tom Graham | Apr 15, 2024
Topic Four: Hydrocolloid Dressings Composition & Properties Hydrocolloids were developed initially for stoma products. Most hydrocolloids consist of a base made from pectin or gelatine, sodium carboxymethyl-cellulose (CMC) and elastomers, which are attached to a...