Care recipient (cr) is bed bound and is having skin problems such as skin sheering

Try: Do not elevate the head of the bed for prolonged periods use care in placing and removing bed pans use heel protectors an over-bed trapeze transparent dressings and a mattress with a low friction covering

Materials: Beel protectors an over-bed trapeze transparent dressings a mattress with a low friction covering

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile

Information: n/a

References: wound care help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com

Keywords: Wound skin sheering pressure ulcers pressure sores skin sheering mattress skin breakdown

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed

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