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Practical handling
Position SatinSheet with the low-friction material uppermost in
the middle of the bed (see Illustrations).
All SatinSheet models have a “this side up” label, to help ensure
that the correct side faces upwards in the bed.
An information label, describing the correct use of the product,
is sewn into all SatinSheet models/products.
Positioning
Use
A SatinSheet can be very beneficial where the user is able to
turn him/herself but needs to reduce friction. Using SatinSheet
the user can turn him/herself without sliding down in the bed,
even if the head end is raised (see Illustration 1).
If the user needs help to turn, SatinSheet can be beneficial
when used with a draw sheet (Illustration 2).
A SatinSheet 4Direction (IM4115S) can be used to help move
the user up and down in the bed and from one side to the other
(Illustrations 3+4).
Turning is achieved by grasping the sheet at the user’s hips and
shoulders. To achieve a better ergonomic grip, the carer should
grasp as much fabric as possible.
Always work with flat wrists and weight transference.
Turning with SatinSheet can also be done by two carers.
The carers work together. One carer helps pull on DrawSheet
while the other carer pulls down on the mattress at the level of
the user’s hips and shoulders, pushing gently.
Turn the user (see Illustration 2). To lock the glide system after
turning: Fold the excess material from DrawSheet under the
mattress on both sides of the bed.
Before locking the glide system under the mattress, any
unevenness/creases should be smoothed to avoid decubitus.
The carers pull simultaneously and diagonally from both sides.
