[MCOH-EH] Side positioning devices for bariatric patients

[Roberts, Margaret J]

Hi Diane, I previously worked at Brunswick Regional Hospital in Maine where they did a lot of gastric by-pass. They had these great beds for the patients that would turn the patient with the touch of a button. The whole bed would tilt and then it was easy to put patient on their side and support  their back with a foam block.  Much easier for personal care. The patient took the foam back block home with them on discharge. PT showed them how to use the block for some strengthening exercises at home.  Good luck with your search.  Margie

From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces at mylist.net] On Behalf Of Diane Shaw
Sent: Wednesday, August 13, 2014 7:19 PM
To: mcoh-eh at mylist.net
Subject: [MCOH-EH] Side positioning devices for bariatric patients

What equipment has anyone found that is helpful to turn bariatric patients (over 500 lbs.) on their side and hold them in position for cleaning and peri care? Our present lifting equipment is getting soiled quicker than we can get it cleaned and back in service!


Diane M. Shaw, RN, CIC
Tuality Healthcare
Employee Health Services
335 S.E. 8th Ave
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Phone: 503.681.1444
Fax: 503.681.4170
Tues.-Fri. 0730-1700 hours

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