Material:
Made from 100% absorbent cotton RD Swab
RD Swab is a loosely woven fabric with a mesh-like structure that allows for excellent fluid absorption
Construction:
Available in various sizes, typically square-shaped
May come in different ply (number of layers) options, offering varying degrees of thickness and absorbency
Two main types:
Woven RD Swab: Offers good absorbency but may fray at the edges
o Properties:
â?¢ Highly absorbent: Effectively soak up blood, pus, other fluids, and minor discharges
â?¢ Wicking action: Draws moisture from one side to the other, promoting faster drying and preventing pooling of fluids on the wound
â?¢ Relatively lint-free: Minimizes the risk of fibers sticking to the wound
â?¢ Disposable: Used once and discarded to prevent contamination
Applications:
â?¢ Wound cleaning: Dabbing a sterile RD Swab swab on a wound helps remove blood, dirt, and debris to prepare it for further treatment
Applying medication: Can be used to apply topical ointments or creams to wounds or skin conditions
Stopping bleeding: Can be used to apply gentle pressure to minor bleeding wounds to promote clotting
General wound care: May be used for absorbing drainage or protecting wounds during dressing changes .
Sterile swabs: Individually wrapped and used for cleaning wounds or applying medication to prevent infection
Non-sterile swabs: Used for general purposes like cleaning or applying makeup (not recommended for open wounds)
