As a clinician, have you ever had the experience of rolling a patient on to their side only to find their back is warm and sweaty without any indication of sweating elsewhere? Here is some insight into why this may have happened.

awareness of the potentially devastating impact of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism, collectively known as venous thromboembolism (VTE).

served in the Navy and has worked in CVICU, ER, Trauma, Neuro Interventional, Burn/Hyperbaric ICU, and more recently worked as a Flight Nurse.

For the past 20 years, November has been recognized as National Long-Term Care Awareness Month. By 2030, one in five residents in the US will be age 65 or older, and the number of those in need of long term support services in the US is already

runs through May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Florence Nightingale, a revolutionary figure in nursing, is known as the “lady with the lamp,” with the lamp representing nursing’s selfless work and dedication.

level of functioning. For quality care. Find out more at Arjo. Early mobilization of the ICU patient has been demonstrated as feasible, safe, and beneficial in improving physical function, and shortening hospital and ICU (Intensive Care Unit) stay

prone position, lateral transfer from one flat surface to another and lifting from the floor. The sling can also be used as bed linen and may be left under the patient between transfers (if clinical assessment allows).

the prone position and lateral transfer from one flat surface to another. It can reduce the risk of cross-contamination as it stays with the patient. It may be left under the patient between transfers (if clinical assessment allows).

The Clip sling-padded legs and extended legs is used for a range of everyday patient handling activities, such as bed and chair-related transfers. It has additional padding around the leg pieces to provide extra comfort. The extended leg sling

The Clip bathing sling - unpadded and extended legs is suitable for bathing and showering as the mesh material allows water to pass easily through the sling. The extended leg sling has been designed to create a longer reach around the thighs

The Clip comfort sling - padded legs is suitable for everyday patient handling activities, such as bed and chair-related transfers. It offers additional comfort throughout the sling, with additional padding for the legs and has no binding in

free-standing frame that supports the track, which can be dis-assembled, and moved from room to room or location to location as needed, and re-assembled, without tools.

assists the caregiver with lifting, supporting and positioning the limb for easier access when performing activities such as dressing, foot care, wound care and leg dressings. It is a patient specific product and should be used for a limited period

It is well known that some critically ill, immobile patients benefit from being placed in the prone position. As a result, an increasing number of physicians are adopting this practice. The RotoProne® Therapy System is a comprehensive system

Dementia is a complex journey marked by a series of changes that individuals experience as the condition advances. These changes are a natural part of dementia, and comprehending them is crucial for providing effective, person-centered care

the transfer. It is designed to accompany a patient throughout the hospital stay and can be used in exactly the same way as standard bariatric slings but it cannot be laundered.

bariatric beds. It is designed to accompany a patient throughout the hospital stay and can be used in exactly the same way as a standard bariatric repositioning sling but it cannot be laundered.