Proshield Plus Skin Protectant

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NHS England (2018) Excellence in continence care: Practical guidance for commissioners, and leaders in health and social care. Available online: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/excellence-in-continence-care.pdf

A structured skin care regimen is a fundamental part of caring for patients with IAD (Woo et al, 2017), and products that reduce the suffering of patients and simplify care are advantageous. In summary, the main advantages of PROSHIELD ◊ Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser and PROSHIELD ◊ PLUS Skin Protectant are: PROSHIELD ◊ Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser has been formulated to be pH balanced and so maintains normal skin pH during use (Smith & Nephew, 2019a). Smooth and fragrance-free moisture barrier *6,7 to protect and maintain skin integrity from exposure to faeces and urine 1,2,4Flanagan M (2020) Incontinence-associated dermatitis 2: assessment, diagnosis and management. Nurs Times [online] 116(4): 40-44

Meuleneire F (2010) A new solution in the treatment of moisture lesions. European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) poster presentation. Birmingham, UK: 1-3 September A reduced number of steps in the skin-care regimen of a patient following an episode of incontinence For best results, PROSHIELD PLUS should be used with PROSHIELD Foam & Spray, according to your established skin care protocol. Want to know more about PROSHIELD PLUS?Smith & Nephew (2019a) Review of Certificate of Analysis for Proshield Foam & Spray Incontinence Cleanser. RD/19/024 The efficacy of PROSHIELD ◊ Skin Care when used on intact or injured skin was confirmed in an audit of ten patients with moisture lesions due to IAD (Meuleneire, 2010). The clinicians found it very easy to remove the ointment with PROSHIELD ◊ Foam and Spray Skin Cleanser. Skin care products are known to commonly cause an allergic or immune response, and it is usually ingredients such as perfumes and preservatives that are the cause (Penzer et al, 2012). PROSHIELD ◊ PLUS Skin Protectant is a smooth, transparent*, viscous and fragrance-free ointment that does not contain any of the common allergens. Its transparency* is beneficial since it allows for skin observation and assessment (Smith & Nephew, 2019b,c,d).

PROSHIELD Plus Skin Protectantshould be gently smoothed over the area of intact or injured skin; do not rub in as this may cause friction. The product will leave a visible barrier on the surface of the skin and is suitable for daily use. Answers to frequently asked questions A reduction in pain and discomfort that is achieved by maintaining skin pH (Smith and Nephew, 2019a) and moisture barrier function (Shah et al, 1995) Penzer R, et al (2012) Best practice in emollient therapy. A statement for healthcare professionals. Dermatological Nurs 11(4): S1-S19 Smith & Nephew (2019d) Review of Certificate of Analysis for PROSHIELD Plus Skin Protectant. RD.19.016 Both products are safe and effectiveFor best results, store at room temperature below (below 25°C) in a dry place. Avoid extreme heat. Do not freezeSmith & Nephew (2019c) Verification Testing Report of Usability and Transparency for PROSHIELD Plus Skin Protectant. U/064/R1 We do our best to keep our delivery prices fair, and we only charge you what the courier services are charging us. Ling (2011) found in a small evaluation of nine patients that the use of PROSHIELD ◊ Skin Care led to a rapid improvement in skin condition, a reduction in odour and patient reported pain and general improvement in the patient’s quality of life. Moisturises and conditions the skin 8,9 with a visible, transparent sheen to facilitate monitoring *10 For severe incontinence/diarrhoea, Best Practice Guidelines recommends thorough cleansing and reapplication to be carried out after each incontinent episode