The “Kots Wrap”: A Technique To Avoid Skin Trauma Related to Isolation Drape Adhesive

Patients of advanced age or medical diagnoses such as venous insufficiency are predisposed to skin tears when healthcare professionals handle the apply adhesive it. Isolation drapes sometimes used define area for sterilization prior a procedure. Such designed be secured with an edge. Removing at end procedure can lead tears, especially patients risk. We describe simple technique known "Kots Wrap" applying isolation drape in manner that avoids edge and also allows removal efficient atraumatic manner. The use this may help minimize risk context promotes culture patient safety.