Description
The 3M™ Tegaderm™ I.V. Advanced Securement Dressing offers a cost-effective and reliable solution for securing I.V. and central line catheters. Its innovative adhesives strike the perfect balance between securement and gentle removal, allowing up to 7 days of wear time while ensuring patient comfort. The dressing’s transparent design enables easy monitoring of I.V. sites without needing to remove it, while the picture-frame style supports one-handed application, reducing waste. Ideal for short peripheral and midline catheters, this dressing provides a comprehensive and efficient securement option that enhances patient care.
One of the standout features of the 3M™ Tegaderm™ I.V. Advanced Securement Dressing is its versatility. Equipped with a waterproof film, it creates a strong barrier against external contaminants such as liquids, bacteria, and viruses*, while remaining adaptable to patient movement. Its moisture management capability helps prevent edge lift, ensuring securement remains intact. Designed for consistent performance in challenging environments, this dressing is a dependable choice for healthcare professionals looking for reliable catheter securement solutions.
Details
- A cost-effective I.V. and central line catheter securement solution
- Innovative adhesives balance securement and gentle removal
- Easy to apply and remove, providing up to 7 days of wear time
- Transparency allows monitoring of I.V. sites without the need to remove the dressing
- Picture-frame style allows one-handed application and less waste
- Short peripheral and midline catheters
Suggested applications
- Central venous catheters (including subclavian, jugular, femoral, and PICCs)
- Arterial catheters
- Epidural catheters
- Insulin pump catheters
- Scalp vein needles
- Feeding tubes
*In vitro testing shows that the 3M™ Tegaderm™ I.V. Advanced Securement Dressing’s (film) provides a viral barrier from viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger while the dressing remains intact without leakage
Specifications
3M Canada
IV Retention Dressing