Dressing Trolley

A hospital dressing trolley is a mobile unit used primarily in healthcare settings for the preparation and application of dressings to wounds. It allows the healthcare professional to bring all necessary equipment and supplies directly to the patient’s bedside or procedure area, ensuring convenience and efficiency.

Features

1. Frame: Usually made of stainless steel, which is easy to clean and disinfect, and resistant to rust and corrosion.
2. Shelves: Most dressing trolleys have at least two shelves to hold supplies. The top shelf is often used to lay out sterile dressing materials, while the bottom shelf can hold additional supplies.
3. Guard Rails: These are often present on the sides of the shelves to prevent items from falling off during transport.
4. Drawers: Some dressing trolleys come equipped with drawers for organizing and storing smaller items or additional supplies.
5. Mobility: Dressing trolleys are equipped with caster wheels, allowing them to be easily moved around. Some of these wheels have locking mechanisms to keep the trolley stationary during procedures.
6. Cleanability: Given the importance of infection control in healthcare settings, these trolleys are designed to be easily cleaned and disinfected.
7. Size: They come in various sizes to accommodate different volumes of supplies and to fit comfortably in various healthcare environments, from large hospital wards to smaller clinics.
8. Handles: To aid in maneuverability, dressing trolleys often have handles on either end.
9. Stainless Steel Basin: Some trolleys have a small basin or bowl that can be filled with antiseptic solution, useful for dipping gauze or swabs during dressing changes.