The Patient Turning Straps are designed to help turn someone who cannot roll onto their side when on their back on the floor. The Straps are particularly helpful for large and bariatric patients. The red webbing loops are long enough to allow for 2 or 3 Rescuers on each of the two Straps.
Key Features
- Item # 5245: Patient Turning Straps
- Item # 5246: Patient Turning Straps Bag
Additional Information
To use the Patient Turning Straps, place them and the wedges on the floor next to the person, ensuring the 'This Way Up' label is visible. Slide one Grey Strap under the neck to under the opposite armpit, and the other Strap under the thighs, going up the opposite hip. Cross the Straps over the person's chest and pull at an angle, ensuring the person's arms and legs are positioned for log rolling. The person in charge should say out loud 'Ready, Brace, Turn' to synchronise the turn.
When the person is on their side, a lifting device can be placed under them, such as a Lifting Sling or an air jack. It may be possible to use a hoist for pulling, but ensure it is suitable and practice before use. The Patient Turning Straps can be used on the floor or possibly on a stable bed, ensuring safety measures are in place.
The model in these photographs is an able-bodied person who weighs over 150kg / 330lbs.
Specifications
Cleaning: Straps can be hand or machine washed up to 80°C (176°F) and air or tumble dried on a cool setting. Wedges should be wiped with a sponge or cloth moistened in warm, soapy water or disinfectant, and dried with a clean cloth. The Bag should be wiped clean with a hospital-grade disinfectant and dried before use or storage.
Important
Warning: Instruction guide only. Consult your Manual Handling Advisor or relevant Therapist, as they may alter these instructions. Practise before using. Always check the person is medically fit to be turned before proceeding to use any patient turning device or equipment. Do not roll the person onto their stomach.
General Manual Handling Warning: Manual Handling products are designed to assist carers. They will not make the carer stronger or fitter but should make manual handling easier and safer with correct training. If any procedure is uncomfortable or dangerous, participants should call out to stop the manoeuvre.
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