title: Effective use of occlusive wound dressings.
abstract: The ever-growing range of new wound care products are designed to promote healing and prevent infection. However, nurses must be sure they read manufacturers' guidelines, or they may be doing more harm than good.
authors.forename: S M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Piper
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009779:Occlusive Dressings; D013977:Tibia / Q000293:injuries*; D014945:Wound Healing; D014946:Wound Infection / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control*