The sliding sleeve Transfer is used to move patients along the surface of the bed, it is most convenient when moving from bottom to top and from top to bottom, as well as landing the patient on the bed. It is used to facilitate the work of people caring for bedridden patients.
The sleeve is a tube made of durable and sliding fabric. Sliding layers of fabric against each other helps to distribute the weight of the patient and move him freely on any flat surface, without much effort. Sleeve size - 120 cm * 70 cm, +/- 1-2 cm.
Patient transfer procedure:
- To move the patient, the sliding sleeve must be positioned in such a way that its upper and lower sides are free and easily slide relative to each other (the thoracic and lumbar regions must be on the sleeve).
- The patient, lying on his back, is carefully turned on his side, a folded sleeve is placed under his back.
- Then the patient is turned on the other side, the sleeve is unfolded on the bed, removing the folds. The patient is returned to the supine position.
- The patient, lying on his back, bend his knees.
- To move the patient down, you need to pull him by the knees, up - by the shoulders. Travel distance up to 50 cm.
- After moving, the sleeve is pulled out from under the patient, thanks to the sliding material, this is very easy to do.
Applications of the sliding sleeve:
- Care of patients who have undergone various operations, stroke (care includes changing underwear, hygiene procedures, prevention of bedsores and other actions).
- Care of bedridden patients with impaired lower limb function.
- The need for a comfortable change of bed linen for the patient.
- Changing the position of the lying patient to a more comfortable one.
- Pulling the patient to the starting position, when he “slides” down during the day.
Advantages of a sliding sleeve:
- Super slippery synthetic fabric (100% polyester) greatly facilitates the work of medical staff in caring for seriously ill patients.
- High material strength.
- Hypoallergenic product.
- Ability to move patients weighing up to 130 kg.
- Durability.
- Comfort for the patient during transfer.
- Gives the chance to look after the bed patient to one person.
- Easy care: machine washable (30°C), no high temperatures, no drying. Cannot be ironed or bleached.
