First Aid Surgical Wound Top-Up Kit - Standard
First Aid Surgical Wound Top-Up Kit - Standard
Designed for safe, convenient post-operative wound care, the First Aid Surgical Wound Top-Up Kit - Standard supplies everything you need for routine dressing changes between clinic visits. This compact kit contains sterile dressings, antiseptic wipes and essential accessories to help reduce infection risk and support wound healing at home or in outpatient settings.
Key Benefits
- Complete post-op dressing kit: sterile dressings, non-adherent pads and adhesive dressings for secure coverage.
- Infection control: antiseptic wipes and single-use gloves help reduce contamination during dressing changes.
- Convenient & compact: durable packaging keeps contents sterile and organised for home use or travel.
- Clinically focused: components chosen for surgical wound management and routine dressing maintenance.
- Easy to use: clear step-by-step instructions included — ideal for carers and patients performing supervised wound care.
Ingredients and Materials
This Surgical Wound Top-Up Kit - Standard includes: sterile non-adherent wound pads (various sizes), sterile gauze swabs, adhesive fabric dressings (plasters), antiseptic skin wipes (e.g., chlorhexidine or povidone-iodine wipes), disposable nitrile or latex-free gloves, microporous surgical tape, sterile saline sachet (where applicable), scissors and a patient instruction leaflet. All materials are medical-grade and selected for post-operative wound dressing changes and basic wound care.
How to Use
1. Prepare a clean work area and wash hands thoroughly. 2. Put on single-use gloves. 3. Remove the old dressing carefully and inspect the wound for excessive bleeding, discharge or signs of infection. 4. Clean the area using antiseptic wipes or sterile saline as directed by your clinician. 5. Apply a sterile non-adherent pad over the wound, secure with adhesive dressing or microporous tape. 6. Dispose of used dressings and gloves in accordance with local guidelines. 7. Follow any additional instructions from your healthcare provider and replace dressings at the recommended frequency.
Who It’s For
Ideal for post-operative patients needing interim dressing supplies between clinic visits, home caregivers, community nurses and outpatient clinics. Suitable for minor surgical wounds, suture sites, drainage line dressings and routine dressing top-ups following a clinician’s guidance.
Caution & Storage
For external use only. Do not use if packaging is damaged or sterility compromised. If you observe increased redness, swelling, pus, fever or unexplained pain, contact a healthcare professional immediately. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Check individual component expiry dates and do not use expired items. For specific allergy information (e.g., latex sensitivity), review component labelling before use.