We will continue to repeat training to the nurses and carers to ensure everyone is aware of the pathway and how the barrier products work and which product to choose." The training session was really beneficial to support the care homes and community staff, and was well received by all who attending, also good for networking and supporting other services’ and to add the training was a ‘hit here’. The team at Medicareplus have provided an extensive range of educational resources in a variety of formats such as on-demand videos, leaflets, presentations and guidance. This offers health care professionals a vast choice of learning materials to suit different learning styles and on-demand availability to accommodate shift work. I think it’s brilliant that these resources can be accessed and printed off and can be used for teaching on wards.

Medi Derma-S Sterile Medical Barrier Film Applicators 1ml Medi Derma-S Sterile Medical Barrier Film Applicators 1ml

Provides protection around the area where the dressing, pouch or adhesive device is to be applied by forming a transparent coating An effective barrier film must be able to retain its barrier properties whilst flexing and stretching with the skin as it movesSkin that is not protected is at risk of damage and breakdown – incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD) Pea to Palm application: Use a pea sized amount of cream to cover an area approximately the size of your palm. Do not over apply. Kerry is an integrated part of our training and without Kerry’s support patients would not be cared for by competent care staff that have a awareness of what to look for, how to care for or how to prevent moisture damage, which in turn has improved patient outcomes and reduced district nursing visits."

Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream Tube 90g for Gentle Barrier

Total barrier protection strategy with Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream which protects broken and unbroken skin. It restores skin hydration and maintains the skin integrity. Suitable for Mild cases of IAD (Incontinence Associated Dermatitis) and MASD (Moisture Associated Skin Damage)Support workers were encouraged to ask questions during the presentation and a copy of the MASD pathway was given to support workers for future reference. Long Lasting Protection – resilient, hydrophobic protective barrier from moisture associated skin damage Since the introduction of the NSHI paper regarding pressure ulcers classification we have had a massive improvement in the identification of pressure v’s moisture damage and this has been supported by all the work implementing the MASD pathway into the trust and Barnsley Borough. Medi Derma-S Barrier Film is a silicone-based, long-lasting, non-sting medical grade liquid which forms a protective uniform film when evenly applied to the skin. Its barrier properties protect damaged and intact skin from the harmful effects of moisture, irritants and from potential skin damage that may be caused from the application of adhesive wound dressings or pouches. It is intended for use as a primary barrier against irritation from bodily fluids.

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All Clinical support workers to attend training sessions and retraining for those identified as having gaps in knowledge about the Medi Derma product range and MASD pathway." Demonstrating how to use and how much to use and showing examples of when would be appropriate to use each product during the sessions is valuable for new staff or those unfamiliar with the pathway. In March 2023 we organised a link nurse study focused around the theme Moisture Associated Skin Damage (MASD). As part of this day Kerry (Medicareplus Rep) came to present sessions on MASD, Medical-Adhesive Related Skin Injury (MARSI) and barrier products. Kerry tried to apply her presentations to our pediatric population, with case studies and imagery, which can be difficult.I have worked closely with Alexandra Freitas to educate and promote the Medicareplus barrier range through education events at both an acute hospital trust and a hospice organisation.

Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream - Product Information Sheet

Medicareplus International delivered an interactive training session to clinical support workers – MASD pathway and Medi Derma products. Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream moisturises and protects damaged and intact skin by forming a protective waterproof barrier, preventing irritation from bodily fluids, adhesive products and friction. Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy the sun and fine weather. But for those of us living with a stoma, it can also be a time of challenges. Stomas are not always comfortable and they can make you feel quite self-conscious. The Skincare Roadshow was a very interesting workshop, the experts' speech, the advert materials, and the environment were superlative.

Julie has worked with us on a couple of projects in her role as Clinical Nurse Specialist with Medicareplus. She is reliable and supportive and an excellent educator. Julie has been able to teach various members of staff about skin integrity through a number of routes including ward-based training and link nurse meetings. Bianchi J, Beldon P, Callaghan R, Stephen-Haynes J (2013) Barrier products: Effective use of a barrier cream and film. Wounds UK 9(1): 82-8. Suitable for Mild and Moderate cases of IAD (Incontinence Associated Dermatitis) and MASD (Moisture Associated Skin Damage) Medicareplus International held sessions for Nursing staff and for Health Care Assistance on Medi Derma-S Barrier cream and treatment for MASD. The role of applying barrier cream was taken away from HCAS however under new MFT guidance this is due to be reinstated. The face-to-face tuition and support provided for these products has meant that HCAS are now deemed equipped to use these creams in practice which has a huge and positive impact on the CEC service and all patients and staff involved.