3M Tegaderm CHG IV Securement Dressing, 10cm x 15.5cm

Delivers broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection against the microorganisms most commonly associated with causing CRBSI (1) A recently published large randomized trial demonstrated that chlorhexidine-gel impregnated dressings decreased the catheter related infection rate in ICU patients with intravascular catheters (2) Transparent gel pad and dressing allow continuous visualisation of the insertion site Integrated design of dressing and CHG gel pad reduces application steps and minimises potential for application error As easy to use as standard Tegaderm dressings The ability of the gel pad to absorb fluids reduces the frequency of dressing changes (3) Sterile,waterproof,breathable film that is impermeable to liquids, bacteria and viruses* Framed delivery system allows for one handed application and prevents dressing sticking to itself Notched and reinforced with a cloth border to provide a better seal and reduced edge lift around catheters and other devices Sterile tape strips are provided to assist with improved catheter securement Date labels to assist clinicians with documentation of date of insertion Suggested Applications For use over catheter sites and devices: Central venous catheters (CVC) – Internal jugular (IJ) vein – Femoral vein – Subclavian vein Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) Tunneled CVCs Arterial catheters Dialysis catheters Any percutaneous device