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What is a gauze swab used for?
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Gauze swabs are ideal for cleaning around a wound prior to dressing and also help to stop the blood flow. The Gauze swabs are ideal for cleaning around a wound prior to dressing and also help to stop the blood flow. An ideal alternative to cotton wool. Supplied in a range of sizes either sterile or none sterile.

What is gauze swab made of?

Absorbent woven gauze swabs, made of 100% cotton, folded or sewed.

 

What are non sterile gauze swabs used for?

They are designed for use during non-invasive procedures. For example skin cleansing, wound debridement, wound padding and protection, absorbing blood and exudate, secondary wound dressings, applying liquids/ointments such as antiseptics, etc.

What does not sterile mean?

Medical kits can be sterile; meaning free of any and all bacteria and germs, and microorganisms. These packages can be non-sterile meaning that they are not free from germs or microorganisms.
When do you use gauze?

Most small cuts or scrapes will stop bleeding in a short time. Wounds on the face, head, or mouth will sometimes bleed a lot because these areas are rich in blood vessels. To stop the bleeding, apply firm but gentle pressure on the cut with a clean cloth, tissue, or piece of gauze.
What is difference between sterile and non-sterile?

Sterile compounding is used when there is a high risk of infection, such as drugs given as an injection, through an IV, or directly into the eyes. ... Non-sterile compounding medications include pills, liquids, gels, lotions, ointments, creams, shampoos, lip balms, and more