16 Sliding sheets - boost 2

Summary

This video demonstrates a technique for safely repositioning a patient using sliding sheets. The process involves placing the sliding sheets under the patient, rolling them gently from side to side, and ensuring the sheets are properly aligned. The caregiver then assists the patient in lifting their head and pushing with their legs to slide up the bed. The method is simple and emphasizes comfort and safety for both the patient and the caregiver, making it an efficient way to manage patient mobility without strain.

Takeaways

• 😀 Position two sliding sheets with the long side at the top for proper placement.
• 😀 Scrunch the sheets down, similar to changing the sheets on a bed, for better control.
• 😀 Roll the patient gently from side to side while keeping hands across their chest for safety.
• 😀 Tuck the sliding sheets fully underneath the patient to ensure they are secured.
• 😀 Make sure the patient’s feet are clear of the sliding sheets to avoid interference.
• 😀 Ask the patient to bend their knees before starting the repositioning process.
• 😀 Help the patient lift their head while ensuring they push with their legs to move up the bed.
• 😀 Encourage the patient to slide up the bed by pushing with their legs for smoother movement.
• 😀 After repositioning, remove the sliding sheets carefully by slipping them through.
• 😀 The sliding sheets assist in repositioning while reducing strain on both the caregiver and the patient.

Q & A

What is the first step in the procedure described in the script?

The first step is to take the two sliding sheets and position them with the long side at the top, similar to setting up a landscape widescreen TV.

How does the process compare to changing bed sheets?

It is similar to changing the sheets on a bed, as the sliding sheets are scrunched down before rolling the patient from side to side.

What is the purpose of rolling the patient from side to side?

Rolling the patient from side to side allows the sliding sheets to be positioned properly underneath the patient, providing more area to slide on.

Why is it important to ensure the patient's feet are clear of the sliding sheets?

It's important to keep the patient's feet clear of the sliding sheets to avoid tangling or restricting the movement of the sheets during the procedure.

What should the patient do after their feet are cleared of the sliding sheets?

The patient should lift their head and then push with their legs to help move up the bed.

What role does the patient's legs play in the process?

The patient uses their legs to push themselves up the bed while the sliding sheets assist in the movement.

What happens after the patient pushes themselves up the bed?

After the patient moves up the bed, the sliding sheets are taken out again, slipped through, and removed.

What is the purpose of using sliding sheets in this process?

Sliding sheets help to reduce friction and make it easier to reposition the patient on the bed without causing discomfort or strain.

Why is it necessary to roll the patient during the procedure?

Rolling the patient is necessary to ensure the sliding sheets are placed underneath them properly, providing a smoother movement during repositioning.

How is the sliding sheet removed from the patient?

The sliding sheets are removed by slipping them through after the patient has been repositioned and the bed is adjusted.