Atopic Dermatitis: Noninfected - Wet Wraps
Wet wraps:
- Are used to help moisturize and soothe the skin.
- TO BE USED WITH TOPICAL STEROIDS AND MOISTURIZERS ONLY (not with Protopic or Elidel).
- For a demonstration of how to apply wet wraps, see the instructional video.
The basics:
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3. Apply wet wrap |
Wrap materials:
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Cover materials:
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Hands and feet:
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Hands and feet:
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Whole body:
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Whole body:
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Face:
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Face:
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Arms or legs:
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Arms or legs:
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Tips:
- Children like to take part in the process. Let the patient apply the moisturizer or wet the wrap if able.
- Never wrap any area of the body too tightly.
- It is okay if the patient falls asleep in the wrap. Remove it when they wake up.
- Never leave a wrap on the face of a small child while they are asleep unattended.
- Distractions during wet wraps may be helpful, such as asking the caregiver to:
- Read a book
- Watch TV or a video
- Listen to music
- Sing songs
These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use their judgment in determining what is in the best interests of the patient based on the circumstances existing at the time. It is impossible to anticipate all possible situations that may exist and to prepare a pathway for each. Accordingly, these pathways should guide care with the understanding that departures from them may be required at times.
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