Extended wear time is crucial for several reasons: - Patient Comfort: Reducing the frequency of dressing changes can significantly enhance patient comfort, particularly for those with chronic wounds or long-term conditions. - Infection Control: Frequent changes can increase the risk of contamination. By extending wear time, the exposure to potential pathogens is minimized. - Cost-Effectiveness: Fewer dressing changes can result in lower healthcare costs due to reduced use of materials and less nursing time required. - Wound Healing: Consistent and stable environments provided by extended wear dressings can promote more effective wound healing.
