Patent ID: 7695444

Claim:
A flexible protective cover for preventing fluid from entering an open epidermal site on a user, comprising: a. a one-piece flexible cover body for covering the open epidermal site, wherein the one-piece flexible cover body comprises: i. a central portion having an outside surface and an inside surface; ii. at least one edge connected to the central portion at an angle; and iii. a lip disposed around the edge; b. a sealing member disposed over the lip for providing a sealing engagement around the open epidermal site and preventing fluid from entering the open epidermal site; c. at least one adjustable strap removably connected to the outside surface over the one-piece flexible cover body, wherein the at least one adjustable strap secures the one-piece flexible cover body over the open epidermal site, applies pressure to the outside surface of the one-piece flexible cover body forming the sealing engagement, and secures the one-piece flexible cover body to the user, thereby eliminating the need for the use of adhesives; and d. wherein the central portion comprises at least one rib integrally molded to the inside surface for preventing deforming of the central portion.