Prism ErgoSafe ErgoSlide 2100 Bed Repositioning Aid

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• Sliding a Patient Up In Bed:
  - Obtain number of staff required for the procedure
  - Explain procedure to patient being transferred or repositioned
  - Use good body mechanics throughout the procedure
  - Lock wheels of bed or stretcher, adjust to comfortable working height if possible and lower head of bed unless contraindicated
  - When repositioning up in bed, remove pillow from under patients head and place on edge against headboard to protect head
  - Position patient for turning. Place the ErgoSlide under the patient along the length of the bed by log rolling patient from side to side
  - Each caregiver then slides open hands, palms up through the ErgoSlide webbing handles along the sides of the tube, near the patients shoulders and hips
  - Working in unison with a partner on the count of three, slide to move or turn the patient to the desired position. DO NOT LIFT
  - Remove the ErgoSlide in reverse order of placement
  - Check to ensure patient is left comfortable and safe
• Note: Do not leave the ErgoSlide unattended under a patient or on their bed at any time
• Laundry: The ErgoSlide can be machine-washed at 80°C/170°F. Hang to dry or tumble dry on low heat at 40°C/104°F

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