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1 Designed for people who happen to be patients.

2 Experience the Difference At Smith & Nephew, we invested over twenty-five years in research and development to offer an innovative line of foam dressings to respond to patients needs at various stages of wound healing, and for prevention as well. Reach for the right dressing. Reach for. dressings provide the versatility needed to manage a variety of wound types, sizes, and severity. From chronic, high-exudating wounds, to fragile skins tears and prevention for pressure ulcers, you are certain to find an dressing for every patient need. Pressure ulcer prevention and treatment Life Multi-purpose silicone adhesive dressing. Ideal for pressure ulcer prevention and/or chronic wound management General wound management Majority of patients (self-contained) Mobile/high (self-contained) Fragile skin (secondary retention) Fragile skin (secondary retention) Gentle Border Ag Gentle Border Gentle Border Lite Adhesive Ag Adhesive Gentle Ag Gentle Non-Adhesive Ag Non-Adhesive All-purpose silicone adhesive dressing. Adheres nicely and is gentle on the skin All-purpose silicone adhesive dressing. Thin foam design is especially good for fragile skin For more mobile patients, requiring high-friction coverage and protection from contamination First choice under secondary retention, for wounds with more fragile skin For the gentlest protection, including venous leg ulcers and hard-to-stick areas

3 Designed with the patient in mind Only dressing with a masking layer that minimizes the visual impact of strikethrough 1 Helpful change indicator helps avoid unnecessary dressing changes Excellent fluid locking under pressure 2 No border coverage dressing can remain in place with strikethrough masked Leakage protection provides patients with peace of mind 2 Common wound odor absorption when tested (in vitro) on representative compounds 3 Silicone wound contact layer offers minimal pain and discomfort on removal, while allowing the dressing to be repositioned without rolling or loss of adhesion 4,5 50% border coverage consider changing dressing and budgets. Exceptional absorption may result in fewer dressing changes which can help reduce costs Exceptional silicone adhesive is comfortable, stays in place and may result in longer wear time Unique shape adaptable for multiple uses, therefore, the dressing is an ideal all-in-one option for pressure ulcer prevention and wound management, allowing for dramatic SKU consolidation 75% border coverage change dressing The above is guidance and the decision of when to change should be dependent upon clinical assessment. Local protocols should also be taken into consideration. The evolution of dressings begins with the patient s needs, a deep understanding of human tissue, and the personal effects of living with a wound. Exceptional absorption Excellent fluid management Minimizes leakage with high absorption and locking-in of fluid 6,7 Maintains a moist wound environment with minimal risk of skin damage 8,9 Percentage of dressings with leakage (in vitro) 6* vs. 0% 64% Life Traditional silicone dressing* * Tested on Mepilex TM Border

4 Pressure ulcer prevention: Designed to distribute pressure Life A multi-layered dressing designed specifically for pressure ulcer prevention and wound management IV3000 Transparent Adhesive breathable film layer keeps wounds at the optimum moisture level Protective masking layer minimizes the visual impact of strikethrough and acts as a change indicator Hyperabsorbent padding and hydrocellular foam layers provide excellent fluid locking under pressure and absorb odors Silicone adhesive layer and wide border fit securely, can be repositioned, and are gentle to fragile skin on removal Pressure ulcer prevention: The unique patented 5-layer construction incorporates super-absorbent layers which provide cushioning Distributes pressure more evenly than traditional foam dressings

5 Pressure distribution comparison study 11 Pressure transferred through dressings when pressure was applied to the dressing surface using a probe. 00mmHg was applied to both dressings. Pressure distribution wound contact side Pressure distribution tested in vitro = 692 > = >692 => > = > = >0 = 0 Pressure distribution tested in vitro Pressure distribution wound contact side Pressure Pressure mmhg mmhg Pressure mmhg Pressure distribution tested in vitro T T T LifeLife Mepilex Border Border Life Mepilex Mepilex Border We didn t stumble upon a dressing that is effective for preventing pressure ulcers we designed it. Life Dressings are the next generation of silicone dressings specifically designed for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers. Their proprietary 5-layer construction effectively distributes pressure more evenly than traditional dressings, all while reducing friction and shear. Life Dressings adhere securely and comfortably to the contours of the human form Designed for people. Designed for prevention.

6 packaging Simple. Informative. Efficient. Effective. Color-coded product names A strong silver band to identify Ag versions of each dressing Product images and dimensions QR code link to for additional product support Icons for at-a-glance information Non-Adhesive Pack size cm x cm/4in. x 4in. NON-ADHESIVE MODERATE UP TO 7 DAYS *smith&nephew Adhesion level Absorbency Classic Wear time QR code linking to Life Specific icons for Life.3cm x.3cm (93cm2)/4in. x 4in. (14.46sq.in.) SILICONE ADHESIVE HIGH CHANGE INDICATOR LOCK AWAY CORE *smith&nephew 5.4cm / 2*in. 8cm / 3*in. Gentle Border Multisite 5 8cm x 8.4cm / 3*in. x 3 /16 in. 5.8cm / 2Kin. SILICONE ADHESIVE LOW UP TO 7 DAYS 8.4cm / 3 5/16 in. Individual dressing pouches reflect the information design *smith&nephew Life QR code linking to Classic Smith & Nephew Medical Limited, 1 Hessle Road, Hull HU3 2BN England. Trade Mark of/marque de commerce de Smith & Nephew Each pouch includes an aid for sizing

7 Selecting the right dressing for the right patient Life Dressing sizes Border to border Pad size x4in (.3x.3cm) 2x2in (5.1x5.1cm) B/bgx5B/bgin (12.9x12.9cm) 3x3in (7.6x7.6cm) B/bgx6B/bgin (15.4x15.4cm) 4x4in (.2x.2cm) ¼x8¼in (21x21cm) 6x6in (15.4x15.4cm) Carton/ packaging Sacrum 6¾x6&in (17.2x17.5cm) 4&x3F/bgin (8.5x12.4cm) Sacrum 8½x9in (21.6x23.0cm) 6¾x4BD/bgin (12.3x17cm) Heel 9x9*in (25.2x25cm) 7&x8in (20x20.2cm) 5 Gentle Border Dressing sizes Border to border Pad size x3in (7.5x7.5cm) 2x2in (5x5cm) x4in (xcm) 3x3in (7.5x7.5cm) x5in (12.5x12.5cm) 4x4in (.2x.2cm) x7in (17.5x17.5cm) 6x6in (15.4x15.4cm) Carton/ packaging Heel 9x9*in (25.2x25cm) 7.9x8in (20x20.2cm) Sacrum 6¾x6&in (17.2x17.5cm) 4&x3F/bgin (8.5x12.4cm) Sacrum 8½x9in (21.6x23cm) 6¾x 4BD/bgin (12.3x17cm) Multisite 6¾x7in (8x8.4cm) 4½x4.8in (11.6x12.3cm) Gentle Border Lite Dressing sizes Border to border Pad size x2in (5x5cm) 1x1in (3x3cm) Carton/ packaging x3in (7.5x7.5cm) 2x2in (5x5cm) *x4¾in (5.5x12cm) 1½x4in (3.5xcm) x4in (xcm) 3x3in (7.5x7.5cm) x6in (15x15cm) 5x5in (12.5x12.5cm)

8 Dressings should be used in conjunction with other pressure prevention protocols. References: 1. Smith & Nephew data on file report DS/12/129/DOF Simulated wound model testing of Life and Mepilex TM Border. 2. Smith & Nephew data on file report DS/12/130/DOF Simulated wound model testing of Life and Mepilex Border. 3. Data on File Report DS/12/127/DOF, June Roberts Sarah. Odor reducing properties of Life. 4. Rossington et al. Clinical performance and positive impact on patient wellbeing of Life. Wounds UK 2013;9(4). 5. Stephen-Haynes et al. An appraisal of the clinical performance and economic benefits of a silicone foam in a large UK primary care organisation. Journal of Community Nursing Smith & Nephew data on file report DS/12/130/DOF. Simulated wound model testing of Life and Mepilex Border. 7. Smith & Nephew data on file report DS/12/123/DOF. Physical properties of Life. Roberts S; June Hurd T et al. A multicentre in-market evaluation of Gentle Border. Wounds UK 2009;5(3). 9. Smith & Nephew data on file report OR-DOF 001. Results from an open, prospective, randomised, within volunteer comparison of Gentle Border and Mepilex Border. Palmer S and Smith G; November Technical justification summary AGB007. N Patrick, October Smith & Nephew data on file report DS/12/125/DOF. Impact protection properties of Life, Mepilex Border and Biatain TM Silicone. Daubney L; June Smith & Nephew Inc. USA 970 Lake Carillon Drive Suite 1 St. Petersburg, FL Customer Care Center T F Canada 2280 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6H8 Customer Action Center T F Smith & Nephew, Inc., All rights reserved. Trademark of Smith & Nephew. Registered US Patent & Trademark Office. All trademarks acknowledged. RA 6,000 ALBE NAE

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