How long should you leave on a pressure bandage?

How long do you leave the bandage on after the staph infection area has been lanced and drained?

Generally a bandage wouldn't be used post drainage. A simple stoma (like) bag would be popped over the opening and left to dry out. If the output is still high, a pressure dressing may be used, but is slightly unconventional.

How long do you leave a butterfly bandage on for a cut?

Most people need to leave a butterfly bandage on a cut for 3 to 5 days. It depends on how severe the cut is and how long it is taking the cut to heal.

How long do you have to leave the bandage on your nose after a nose job?

one week then you have it removed

How long should you wear a bandage?

Untill Your Cut Or Whatever Heels

Which skinned knee will heal faster with it covered with a bandage or left alone?

a skinned knee that is not covered with a bandage willl heal faster. If uncovered the wound will form a scab faster. You should cover the scrape initially, then allow the wound to "breath" for a period of time. If pain subsides when the wound is covered, then at least uncover the wound while you sleep. If you leave a single bandage on for a long period of time without removing it, the bandage could scab to your scrape. As the blood dries it will hold to the bandage, and it is very painful to remove it. My advice is to cover the wound when needed, but leave it uncovered whenever possible.

How long should you leave a tensor bandage on for with a sprained ankle?

First few days whenever your ankle isn't being iced and up to a week and half until the swelling goes down. Don't sleep with the tensor bandage on, prop your foot up on some pillows instead (elevation).

How long can you leave a horse's tail bandage on for?

Three to four months. That's how long we leave it on our Arabians, other wise their tails can start to rot. (left one in for 6 months, took it off and half the tail was gone)

How long should you leave a bandage on your new tattoo?

Wait at least 2 hours. Your artist will tell you how long to leave the bandage on. Listen to them! When you do take the bandage off, clean the area with mild soap and water using your fingers and pat dry with paper towels. DO NOT USE A WASHCLOTH OR BATHROOM TOWEL TO WASH OR DRY YOUR NEW TATTOO! Allow the tattoo to air dry for several minutes before applying any ointment or lotion and only use a small amount. A little goes a long way. Frequently apply small amounts of unscented lotion that does not contain alcohol or sunblock.

Why you reduce pressure in a car tire while moving on a motor way?

You should not reduce tire pressure just because you are going to be on a long roadway. You should set the pressure to the cold pressure as specified by the vehicle and tire manufacturers and you should leave it alone. It is normal for the pressure to increase when the tire is hot. DO NOT bleed it off. This will cause the tire to overheat and potentially cause it to fail, possibly with catastrophic consequences. Alwaysadjust pressure when the tire is cold.

What happens if you have a bandage on for to long?

Easy! you be a mummy :D

What are the types of bandaging?

Gauze bandageThe most common type of bandage is the gauze bandage, a simple woven strip of material, or a woven strip of material with a Telfa absorbent barrier to prevent adhering to wounds, which can come in any number of widths and lengths. A gauze bandage can be used for almost any bandage application, including holding a dressing in place. Compression bandageMain article: Elastic bandage The term 'compression bandage' describes a wide variety of bandages with many different applications. Short stretch compression bandages are good for protecting wounds on one's hands, especially on one's fingers.Short stretch compression bandages are applied to a limb (usually for treatment of lymphedema or venous ulcers). This type of bandage that is capable of shortening around the limb after application and is therefore not exerting ever-increasing pressure during inactivity. This dynamic is called resting pressure and is considered safe and comfortable for long-term treatment. Conversely, the stability of the bandage creates a very high resistance to stretch when pressure is applied through internal muscle contraction and joint movement. This force is called working pressure.Long stretch compression bandages have long stretch properties, meaning their high compressive power can be easily adjusted. However, they also have a very high resting pressure and must be removed at night or if the patient is in a resting position.Triangular bandageMain article: Esmarch bandage Also known as a cravat bandage, a triangular bandage is a piece of cloth cut into a right-angled triangle, and often provided with safety pins to secure it in place. It can be used fully unrolled as a sling, folded as a normal bandage, or for specialized applications, as on the head. One advantage of this type of Bandage is that it can be makeshift and made from a fabric scrap or a piece of a t-shirt. The Boy Scouts popularized use of this bandage in many of their first aid lessons. They carry a cravat bandage with their uniform in the form of a neckerchief. When used to make a sling, for humerus or forearm fractures, it is best to tie the middle point. This goes under the elbow to help secure and restrict further movement of the arm. Next, take one of the long ends of the triangle bandage and tuck it under the arm. Then pull it over the injured shoulder and behind the neck. The other long end should be placed over the opposite should and tied with the other end on the side of the neck (not the back of the neck because of the pressure it places on it). Make sure the sling covers the arm from the elbow to or a little beyond the hand. To be nice you can also place something round in their hand and place in functioning position.Tube bandageA tube bandage is applied using an applicator, and is woven in a continuous circle. It is used to hold dressings or splints on to limbs, or to provide support to sprains and strains, and it stops the bleeding.

How long should you leave a band aid on for after a cut?

As long as you want... I guess