Strenuous Activity - Acelity KCI PREVENA Guía Del Usario

Instructions for Use
Check the appearance of the dressing regularly. See the PREVENA™ Incision Dressing Pressure Check section for more details. Do not turn off the therapy unit unless:
• your doctor instructs you
• you experience bleeding
• you have an allergic reaction
See the Warnings section of this guide for more details.
The dressing should only be applied or removed by or on the advice of your doctor.
Do not modify the therapy unit or dressing. Do not connect therapy unit or dressing to other devices that you might be using.
The therapy unit is a medical device that monitors pressure and is not a toy. Keep away from children, pets and pests as they can damage the dressing and therapy unit and affect
performance. Keep the therapy unit free of dust and lint as they can also cause damage and affect performance.
Cleaning
If needed, clean the therapy unit and carrying case (if provided) with a damp cloth and mild soap and water solution. Do not use bleach.
Bathing
• Bathing in tub is not recommended.
• Do not submerge the therapy unit or dressing.
Showering
• Quick showering is permitted if cleared with your doctor. Protect the therapy unit from direct spray of water. Avoid prolonged water contact with the therapy unit and
dressing.
• When towel drying, be careful not to disrupt or damage the dressing.
Sleeping
• Place the therapy unit in a position where the tubing will not become kinked or pinched.
• Make sure the therapy unit cannot be pulled off the table or dropped on the floor.

Strenuous Activity

Stay away from strenuous activity when using the therapy unit. Ask your doctor:
• how active you can be
• when you can resume your daily routine
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