No.4 Ambulance Dressing | XX Large (32cm x 20cm) | Sterile Flow Wrapped

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Steroplast's No.4 Ambulance Dressing is a sterile, individually wrapped emergency dressing designed for quick and effective management of severe wounds with heavy bleeding. Trusted by UK emergency services and hospitals, this dressing features an extra-thick, highly absorbent wound pad that rapidly absorbs blood and exudate while reducing the risk of infection or allergic reactions.

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Reliable, Highly Absorbent Trauma Wound Care for Emergency Situations

In critical moments, when heavy blood loss puts a casualty's life at risk, you need a trauma wound dressing that is both reliable and highly absorbent. Steroplast Ambulance Dressings are specifically designed to meet the demands of paramedics and first-aiders, offering superior thickness and absorbency compared to standard wound dressings.

Produced by a supplier trusted by emergency services and UK hospitals for over two decades, these unmedicated ambulance dressings rapidly absorb blood and exudate while minimising the risk of infection or allergic reactions. The extra-thick wound pad ensures optimal absorbency, making them ideal for emergency trauma response.

Equipped with a cohesive bandage strap, Steroplast Ambulance Dressings are easy to apply and remain securely in place, even during transportation. Suitable for treating a wide range of injuries, including punctures, cuts, gunshot wounds, and road rash, these versatile dressings come individually wrapped in sterile packets for immediate use, ensuring a clean and efficient response.

6 Benefits of Steroplast's Ambulance Dressings

Trusted Quality: Produced by a supplier with over 20 years of experience, Steroplast Ambulance Dressings are trusted by emergency services and UK hospitals, ensuring top-quality care when it matters most.
Unmedicated and Infection-Reducing: These ambulance dressings are unmedicated, minimising the risk of infection or allergic reactions while rapidly absorbing blood and exudate for a safe and efficient solution to trauma wounds.
Superior Absorbency: Featuring an extra-thick wound pad, Steroplast Ambulance Dressings excel in absorbing fluids, surpassing the performance of regular first-aid wound dressings. This makes them the perfect choice for emergency trauma response, where every second counts.
Secure and Easy Application: Equipped with a cohesive bandage strap, these dressings are easy to apply and hold securely in place, even during transportation, ensuring the trauma wound dressing remains where it's needed most.
Versatile Wound Treatment: Suitable for a wide range of injuries, including punctures, cuts, gunshot wounds, road rash, and other extensive traumas, Steroplast Ambulance Dressings offer versatility in treating various wound types.
Sterile and Ready for Use: Each ambulance dressing comes individually wrapped in a sterile packet, allowing for immediate deployment and ensuring a clean and efficient response to emergency situations.

This is a Steroplast Branded Product

From our own range of premium quality medical supplies, manufactured with over 25 years experience.

This is a Steroplast Branded Product

From our own range of premium quality medical supplies, manufactured with over 25 years experience.

Ambulance Dressing Size Guide

Ambulance DressingSize
No.1 Ambulance Dressing

Medium - 12cm x 10cm

No.2 Ambulance Dressing

Large - 20cm x 15cm

No.3 Ambulance Dressing

Extra Large - 28cm x 20cm

No.4 Ambulance Dressing

Extra Extra Large - 32cm x 20cm

No.7 Ambulance Dressing

Small - 5.2cm x 6.0cm

No.8 Ambulance Dressing

Medium - 12cm x 12cm

No.9 Ambulance Dressing

Large - 18cm x 18cm

How to Use Ambulance Dressings

To use the Steroplast Ambulance Dressing effectively, follow these steps:

  1. Ensure the wound area is clean and dry before applying the dressing.
  2. Open the sterile packaging carefully, maintaining the dressing's sterility.
  3. Remove the dressing from the packaging, taking care not to touch the wound-contact side of the pad.
  4. Apply the non-adherent wound pad directly to the injury site, ensuring it covers the entire wound.
  5. Secure the dressing in place using the attached cohesive bandage strap. Wrap the bandage around the affected area, applying firm but comfortable pressure to control bleeding and protect the wound.
  6. Check the dressing periodically to ensure it remains in place and monitor for any signs of continued bleeding or infection.
  7. Seek further medical attention as needed, particularly for severe wounds or persistent bleeding.

Remember, these ambulance dressings are designed for use by trained professionals in emergency situations. If you are unsure about how to properly apply the dressing or have concerns about the severity of the wound, consult a healthcare professional for guidance.

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Product Specifications

AttributeSpecification
Size

32cm x 20cm

Sterility

Individually wrapped, sterile

Wound Pad

Extra-thick, highly absorbent

Bandage

Attached cohesive bandage strap

Dressing Type

Unmedicated

Packaging

Flow wrapped

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When to seek medical assistance

While Steroplast Ambulance Dressings are designed to provide effective emergency treatment for severe wounds and heavy bleeding, it is essential to seek further medical assistance in the following situations:

  • If bleeding persists or increases after applying the dressing, despite maintaining firm pressure on the wound.
  • If the casualty shows signs of shock, such as pale, cold, or clammy skin, rapid breathing, or a weak and rapid pulse.
  • If the wound is the result of a severe trauma, such as a gunshot, stabbing, or a serious road accident.
  • If there are signs of infection, such as increased pain, redness, swelling, or discharge around the wound site.
  • If the casualty has a pre-existing medical condition that may complicate their recovery or increase the risk of infection.
  • If you are unsure about the severity of the wound or the appropriate course of treatment.

Remember, ambulance dressings are designed for temporary use in emergency situations. They are not a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow the guidance of healthcare professionals and seek further medical attention as needed to ensure the best possible outcome for the casualty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Steroplast Ambulance Dressings feature an extra-thick wound pad that offers superior absorbency compared to standard first aid dressings. They are specifically designed to manage severe bleeding and trauma wounds.

Yes, each Steroplast Ambulance Dressing is individually wrapped and sterile, ensuring they are ready for immediate use in emergency situations.

First, ensure the wound area is clean. Open the sterile packaging and apply the non-adherent wound pad directly to the injury site. Secure the dressing in place using the attached cohesive bandage strap, applying firm but comfortable pressure.

Steroplast Ambulance Dressings are suitable for a wide range of injuries, including punctures, cuts, gunshot wounds, road rash, and other large-scale trauma. However, always seek professional medical advice for severe wounds or persistent bleeding.

While Steroplast Ambulance Dressings are designed to be easy to apply, they are primarily intended for use by trained professionals, such as paramedics, first aiders, and emergency responders. If you are unsure about how to properly use the dressing, consult a healthcare professional for guidance.

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