Using an Ointment Dressing - 03/2012

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Using an Ointment Dressing

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Abstract

This handout explains the use of ointments to help wound healing. It gives tips on wound dressing, steps to apply dressing, types of ointments used (Bacitracin, Polysporin, and Silvadine), and how often to change dressing.

Author

Surgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

1998

Revision Date

03/2012

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General Subject

About UWMC

Drug Therapy

Injuries and First Aid

Surgery

Therapeutic Procedures

Specific Subject/Keyword

Injuries

Medicine Teaching

Languages

English

Record ID

1655