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How is mechanical prophylaxis used in VTE Prevention?
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide but research suggests that it can be preventable through evidence-based prevention strategies. Learn more about mechanical prophylaxis and Intermittent Pneumatic
What technologies are used to aid caregivers in transporting patients on hospital beds?
There are different types of power assisted transport technologies used with hospital beds that help caregivers reduce effort in transporting patients throughout the facility.
Part 4 – Elevate Assisted Bathing to a Spa Experience with These Planning Aids
Part 4 – Elevate assisted bathing to a spa experience with these planning aids Assisted bathing can be elevated to a relaxing and rejuvenating spa moment. Find out how planning aids help you to improve the bathing experience.
Part 3 – Creating Space: The Main Factor in Early Floor and Room Planning
Part 3 – Creating space: the main factor in early floor and room planning Optimized space utilization is the main factor in early stages of floor and room planning. Learn how to create a superior living environment for residents.
Part 1 – Quality Care Starts with Meticulous Planning and Decision-Making
Part 1 – Quality care starts with meticulous planning and decision-making Learn how meticulous planning and decision-making help you to combine excellent care for your patients with improved nursing safety and performance.
Part 2 – Stakeholder Interaction: A Key Factor for Resident Wellbeing and a Sound Working Environment
Part 2 – Stakeholder interaction: A key factor for resident wellbeing and a sound working environment Learn how stakeholder interaction paves the way for resident wellbeing and a sound working environment. Get tips on how to create a positive work culture.
Part 5 – Optimal Care Facility Creation: Understanding the Building Process
Part 5 – Optimal care facility creation: understanding the building process Understanding the building process is a key enabler for optimizing your care facility. Discover some key factors for making the process smooth.
Meeting the infection control challenge when selecting a support surface
Healthcare settings face the challenge of managing an effective Infection Control protocol on a daily basis. Ensuring the safety of patients and staff at all times, in a range of different settings requires a robust process, where care and treatment can be delivered without the risk of infection due to poor hygiene standards.
How many sit-to-stand transfers do caregivers perform with their patients per day?
Promoting mobility among patients and residents in care facilities is critical for healthy daily lives.
How to manage microclimate in the plus sized patient?
According to a 2016 report by the WHO, globally there are 650 million people that are obese accounting for approx. 13% of the world’s adult population.
The power of intervention in pressure injury prevention and management
The power of intervention in pressure injury prevention and management Discover key interventions in pressure injury prevention and management to enhance patient care and outcomes. Learn more on Arjo’s blog. The power of intervention in pressure injury prevention and management by Sharon Maris, Director Global Medical Affairs for Pressure Injury Prevention Pressure injury prevention interventions are key to reducing the risk of developing painful, resource intensive and costl
How to prevent pressure injury during patient rehabilitation
Empowering movement is fundamental to any patient rehabilitation programme and is a core principle in the prevention of pressure injury development. With the impact of the current pandemic, the focus on mobilising and rehabilitating patients
Preventing Pressure injuries in Patients with Reduced Mobility
Reduced mobility is a significant risk factor for pressure injury development, international guidelines emphasise the need for regular turning and repositioning of patients to help prevent skin damage¹. While a pressure redistribution mattress ... mattress may enable the repositioning regimen to be individualised, regular postural change is still important but not without risk to the patient or caregiver.
For hospitals looking to reduce ergonomic risk, IndiGo offers a helping hand(2)
IndiGo is always available and built directly into the bed, so only one thing changes in a caregiver’s day: the amount of work required to move the bed.
For hospitals looking to reduce ergonomic risk, IndiGo offers a helping hand
IndiGo is always available and built directly into the bed, so only one thing changes in a caregiver’s day: the amount of work required to move the bed.