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. 2020 Apr 10;82(6):e233–e234. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2020.04.003

Table I.

Topical management of pressure injuries in the health care worker using medical devices (masks, goggles and facial shield)

Pressure injuries Topical management
Cleansing (grade 2/3) Saline solution
Polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB)

Prevention

  • Before wearing medical devices


Barrier film spray

Prevention

  • After medical devices removal


Omental lipids cream/emulsion
Nonadherent dressings (soft silicone/paraffin)
Grade 1 Barrier film (spray/sheet)
Nonadherent dressings (soft silicone/paraffin)
Grade 2/3 Extra-thin hydrocolloid
Thin polyurethane silicone foam
Scar/hyperpigmentation prevention Silicone cream/sheet
Photoprotection SPF 50+ (cream/spray/emulsion)

SPF, Sun protection factor.

Apply after removing medical devices.