According to recent data (2020) from Trust for America’s Health, the US adult obesity rate of 42.4% continues to grow over the years and is the first time the national rate has passed the 40% threshold.

Today, we welcome Bob Andersen, RN, WCC, Arjo Clinical Consultant, to discuss medical beds and fall prevention. Bob has served in the Navy and has worked in CVICU, ER, Trauma, Neuro Interventional, Burn/Hyperbaric ICU, and more recently worked

repositioning sling assists the caregiver with in-bed repositioning and transferring plus-size patients in a supine position from one flat surface to another. The sling dimensions fit with the Arjo bariatric beds.

The Clip sling - unpadded legs is suitable for everyday patient handling activities, such as bed and chair-related transfers.

Tailored to the specific needs of the hospital or healthcare facility, Arjo KWIKtrak™ has been specifically designed with aesthetics in mind, providing a discrete solution that integrates seamlessly with your care environment. The flexible system helps you maximise the utilisation of your space without compromising the efficiency of your environment.

The Citadel Plus Bariatric Care System has been designed to manage patients weighing up to 454 kg (1000 lbs).

the AirPal launderable transfer mattress you can transfer patients from one surface to another and reposition within the bed safely, comfortably and efficiently.

Designed for use in residential and convalescent homes and private residences, our range of Minuet 2 community beds provides a real solution for independent living.

Arjo slide tubes are designed to help caregivers carry out in-bed repositioning and transfers with less of the physical stress and strain associated with manual handling.

to move or reposition the patient in bed including turning to and from the 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

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patients from one surface to another and reposition within the bed safely, comfortably and efficiently. The AirPal® disposable sling mattress combines two products into one for in bed repositioning tasks and lateral transfers.

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fit sling - without head support is a general purpose total lift sling. It is used to lift residents/patients from the bed, wheelchair and off the floor. This sling can be used for residents/patients with limited upper body function, but with

with the transfer of patients who are unable to independently move from one surface to another and reposition within the bed.

moisturize and soothe the skin. It is designed for use in modern whirlpool bathing systems, as well as still baths, showers and bed baths.

(“Kern Medical”), owned and operated by the Kern County Hospital Authority, is an acute care teaching center with 222 beds offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles, California.

The Bariatric loop hammock sling - divided legs is suitable for assisted transfers of plus-size patients and residents that require full body support during the transfer. It is designed with additional support around the leg area - each leg is supported individually to prevent abduction and provides more space around the abdomen area.