Primary dressing
A dressing that comes into direct contact with the wound bed. Some dressings may be a primary and a cover dressing depending on the depth of the wound and the amount of drainage.
Compression bandage
A bandage to deliver compression used to aid venous and lymphatic return in the management of venous disorders.
Foam Dressing
Waterproof multi-layer dressing containing an absorbent foam layer and other layers to provide absorbency and protection. Made with gentle silicone adhesive. Used for protection of friction and shear prone areas, or as an absorbent dressing.
Secondary dressing (cover)
A dressing that is used to hold a filler and/or primary dressing in place when clinically necessary.