As is known, a constant bed restores bedsores, and in combination with incontinence of urine and urine leads to the inability of the skin to self-repair. That's why you need to know the professional care of lying patients.
First of all, one must possess the skill:
- to care for the patient's skin;
- use disposable hygiene products;
- move the patient and change his position in bed.
Care for the skin should always begin with a general hygienic cleansing. Protective substances and nourishing creams should only be applied to clean skin.
Means for the treatment of bedridden patients
Means for treatment of pressure sores
Cleansing foam .
It is used in cases of severe skin contamination( eg, calories) for hygienic manipulation when changing diapers. Moreover, this action does not require the use of detergents and water. When treating the skin with a cleaning foam, an unpleasant odor is eliminated.
Cleansing Lotion.
Allows full treatment of the patient's skin by rubbing. After application, the lotion does not need to be washed off, it is enough to simply soak the treated areas with a prepared towel. To use, you can admit a hair cleanser lotion.
Wet Wipes .
Widely used for patient hygiene when replacing a napkin or diaper. Napkins do not irritate the skin, and give it only a refreshing and deodorizing effect, bring the patient a feeling of comfort. Napkins can be used to treat the entire body. In addition, they are always ready for use without soap and water.
Toning fluid.
Activates the muscle tone of the patient, improves metabolic processes and blood flow, has an excellent preventive effect of stagnant phenomena and bedsores. You can process the whole surface of the body.
Skin oil.
It is used for itching and dry skin. The oil has a moisturizing effect, does not leave behind fatty traces and divorces.
Skin Care Cream .
Widely used hand cream. It has a softening effect and restores the elasticity of the skin. The cream quickly absorbs and does not leave behind oil stains.
Protector for the skin.
Helps protect the skin from aggressive effects of feces and urine under the diaper. The protective film is stored on the skin for six hours.
Protective cream. Apply a thin layer on inguinal and other folds of the skin. Well suited for obese people. Women need to lubricate the folds under the chest.
Anti-bedsore mattress.
Created to create a more comfortable patient lying down. In addition to comfort, the orthopedic mattress promotes the muscle tone and activation of the circulatory system.
Remedies for the treatment of ulcers, bedsores, burns are represented by a variety of drugs designed to eliminate one of the most difficult medical problems.
Treatment often encounters:
- with aggressive infections;
- purulent processes.
By the efforts of Russian engineers, biochemists, physicians, many artificial prostheses have been created that can replace some organs and their lost functions. Unfortunately, skin prostheses have not yet been invented. Restore the skin can only be a method of regeneration or transplant.
Special attention in this list deserves Legius - a new Russian material for the treatment of ulcers, wounds, decubitus.
A fundamentally new carbon napkin Legius significantly increased the results of treatment of pressure sores, including purulent. Napkins can constantly renew their moisturizing effect and are able to constantly be on the patient's skin until the very recovery. Remaining wet, the napkin removes toxins and products of necrosis from the skin surface, stimulates the healing processes in the regenerated tissues.
Legion wipes are well combined with all dressings:
- bandage;
- adhesive plaster;
- sponge;
- cotton wool.
Video: Bedsores. Care for bedridden patients
In many families, you can meet patients who are prescribed bed rest.
