Neonatal skin is immature and thin, and it requires special care to prevent skin injury. Injury prevention includes risk identification,…
For the geriatric population (65 years and older) skin tears are a growing concern. It is estimated that almost 1/4…
Strategies for Preventing Skin Injury in At-Risk Populations Skin tears and other types of medical adhesive–related skin injuries (MARSI) are serious and…
Whether securing an intravenous line, holding a dressing in place, or protecting a scar, there is generally a need for…
Securing Tubes & Devices to Young Skin Neonates have a developing epidermal barrier that is more permeable and more reactive…
Scar tissue is thin, under stress, and requires extra attention. While skin is healing, it becomes a lot more sensitive…
Medical Adhesive-Related Skin Injury (MARSI) is a problematic skin condition, that can be caused by the use of medical adhesives…