Wound Essentials 10 (2) Appropriate selection and use of barrier creams and films

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Wound Essentials 10 (2) Appropriate selection and use of barrier creams and films

Jacqui Fletcher
4 January 2016

Maintaining skin integrity is vital in cases of incontinence or highly exuding wounds. For patients whose skin is regularly exposed to irritant fluids such as wound exudate, urine or faeces, protection is required and a barrier product may be used. This article outlines the main considerations when using barrier creams and films.

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