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EQUIPMENTS AND ITS TYPES
CARE OF LINEN
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Comfort devices are the mechanical devices planned to provide optimal comfort to an individual. Comfort devices are invented articles which would add comfort to the patient when used in appropriate manner
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CLOSED BED
OPEN BED
ADMISSION BED
OCCUPIED BED
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CARDIAC BED
FRACTURE BED
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Bed-making is the act of arranging the bedsheets and other bedding on a bed, to prepare it for use. It is a household chore, but is also performed in establishments including hospitals, hotels, and military or educational residences. Bed-making is also a common childhood chore.
MATERIALS AND ITS TYPES
machinary , equipments and linen using in hospitals and their care
EQUIPMENTS AND ITS TYPES
CARE OF LINEN
CARE OF RUBBER GOODS
CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL GOODS
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CARE OF FURNITURE
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this presentation is help for the first year G.M.N OR B.Sc. Nursing student regarding the information regarding the comfort devices that can help the patient for their recovery or the help to provide proper device that can be used in the hospital as well home care of the patient.
comfort devices which is very useful for patient care in their comfort and prevent discomfort in clinical area.
Every person have right to put themselves in comfort, when patient is in clinical are its complete responsibility of nurses to find out the suitable comfort devices for patient based on patients priority.
So in this slide, verities of comfort devices and their uses have been discussed.
This presentation contains :-
1.Definition of comfort devices
2. Pillows
3. Purpose or use of pillow
4. Back rest
5. Use of back rest
6. Bed cradle
7. Use of bed cradle
8. Cardiac table
9. use of cardiac table
10. Mattresses
11. Use of mattresses
12. Air mattresses
13. Water mattress
14. Trapeze bar
15. use of trapeze bar
16. Foot board
17. use of foot board
18. Trochanter rolls
19. Sand bags
20, use of sand bags
21. Side rails
22. use of side rails
23. wedge /abductor pillow
24. Knee rest
25. Bed blocks
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being to preserve human and animal health and the effectiveness of antimicrobial medications.
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Comfort Devices
1.
2.
3. Comfort is a state of freedom from pain,
discomfort, tension & anxiety.
Comfort is define as “the contented
enjoyment in physical or mental well-being,
freedom from pain or trouble & anxiety.”
Discomfort is define as want of comfort or
ease due to client or annoyance.
4. The alert nurse quickly sense when the
client is uncomfortable, sometimes
before he is aware of it himself.
The skilful nurse knows may simple
ways of easing discomfort & does not
Think of a sedation first.
5. Pain
Restriction of movements due to weakness
Wrinkled, soiled & wet bed sheets
Improper arrangement of pillows
Delayed or inadequate attention to meet the
personal need such as cleanliness,
elimination, nourishment etc.
Lack of exercise
Extreme temperature
Inadequate ventilation
6. Indigestion, irregular bowel movements
Uncomfortable position
Too bright light & glares
Lack of sleep
Noise
Fear & anxiety
Insecurity feelings
Interruption of daily routines
8. Even through two persons suffer from same type
of problem/disease, the nursing problems in the
two persons will be different.
Some of the nursing problems are:-
Problems related to respiratory difficulty
Problems related to body temperature
Problems related to consciousness
Problems related to cardiac function
Problems related to appetite & digestion
Problems related to activity
Problems related to elimination
Problems related to mental activity
Other Problems
9. Any nursing problem which demands
immediate attention must be dealt with
immediately.
Follow ABC
The problem of hemorrhage, shock & pain
may become worse if immediate attention is
not given
10. Certain procedure are carried out routinely in
order to make the client comfortable. Such as
Morning Care
Evening Care
Night Care
11. Mechanical service or comfort devices are
invented articles which would add to comfort of
patient when used in appropriate manner.
These devices relive the discomfort & help in
maintaining correct posture.
12. Pillows
Back Rest
Knee Rest
Rolls
Foot Rests/Foot Boards
Sand Bags
Air & Water Mattress
Rings
Bed Cradle
Bed Blocks
Air Cushion
13. Pillows are used to give comfortable
position to the patient.
These are mostly used to support various
body part.
Purposes:-
To maintain proper body alignment.
To support body parts in good alignment.
Help to reduce pressure.
It can be folded, rolled or tucked firmly
against the body to maintain position.
It is used to support head, neck, arms, legs &
parts of the back.
14.
15. It is a mechanical device which provide a
suitable support & rest for the back of
patient in sitting position.
Purposes:-
To support back.
To facilitate breathing.
It is given especially for heart & asthma
patient even in post operative period.
16.
17. It may be substituted by a pillow.
It gives relaxation & thus relieves pain
on abdominal muscles & on tendons
beneath the knees.
Many doctors do not allow knee pillows
because of the fear of thrombus
formation & pulmonary embolism.
Change of position at frequent intervals
is necessary.
18.
19. Hand rolls are made of cloth that rolled into a
cylinder about 4-5 inches long & 2-3 inches in
diameter & stiffed firmly.
Purposes:-
To keep the fingers free being in a tight fist.
Thigh rolls are made by folding a sheet to
the desired length of 2-3 feet & then rolled
into a tight cylinder. Thigh rolls are used to
support hips & thighs, preventing them from
outward rotation & keeping the feet in
alignment in case of paralysis, fracture of
femur & hip surgery.
20.
21. These are mechanical device used to give
rest to feet. Sand bags or Foot board may
be used.
Purposes:-
To maintain the normal position of
feet.
To promote comfort.
To prevent foot drop.
22.
23. These are canvas rubber or plastic bags filled
with sand. These are used to immobilize a
part.
Purposes:-
To relive discomfort.
Used to support body part.
Used to immobilize the body part.
Used to support as in fracture bones.
To prevent foot drop or wrist drop.
24.
25. These are used for very thin & obese patients
& those who are prone to get pressure sores. It
helps in equal distribution of the pressure
exerted on the body.
Purposes:-
To improve circulation.
To provide comfort.
To prevent pressure sore.
Used in very thin or obese patients &
chronic bed ridden patients.
26.
27. Air rings are made of rubber.
The air rings is inflated about half full,
Tested for leakage, covered & than placed under the
patient’s hips in such a way that the valve is on one side
& not in contact with body.
Cotton are made wrapped with bandage. These are
placed under bony prominences such as heels &
fastened in place if necessary.
Purposes:-
To lift the hip from bed to prevent bed sores.
To prevent direct pressure on bony prominences.
To improve circulation
28.
29. These very widely in size & in material.
These are of wooden, metal or electronic.
The bed cradle support & take off the weight of top
bedding.
These are semicircular in shape.
Purposes:-
To prevent the top cloth if coming in contact with the
patient especially burn patient.
To apply heat in case of drying plaster casts.
Electronic bed cradles are used to supply the desired
warm in case of shock.
30.
31. These are made-up of wood. It may be high or
low. These are placed under the foot of the
bed for various reasons.
Purposes:-
To prevent shock.
To arrest hemorrhage.
To retain enema
After spinal anesthesia
After tonsillectomy
To provide traction.
To position in postural drainage.
32.
33. They are round in shape & made of rubber.
These can be inflated with air.
These are used to take off the Weight of body.
Air cushion should not be applied directly in
contact with skin.
They should have cover.
Purposes:-
To relive pressure on certain parts of body.
To promote comfort of client.
34.
35. • Usually for pts who are propped up in a sitting
position for change of position.
• Bed table plcaed in front with a pillow on it,
patient can lean forward & take rest
• Table without pillow is used for writing & meals.
• Used for pts with cardiac conditions & asthma.
• Makes it possible to use accessory muscles of
respiration.
• Position should be changed to relieve fatigue &
prevent embolism.
36. • Is a support that is placed under patients
mattress to give added rigidity to the mattress.
• Usually made of wood/canvas & is constructed
to fit the standard hospital bed.
37. • Are bars positioned along the sides of the length
of the bed.
• Ensure patient’s safety & are useful for
increasing mobility.
• Provide assistance in rolling from side to side or
sitting up in bed.
38. • Is a triangular shaped pillow made of heavy foam.
• Used to maintain legs in abduction following
total hip replacement surgery.