Repositioning patients in bed frequently is critical to reducing the incidence of skin breakdown and pressure injuries, and a variety of tools exist to help both patients and caregiving staff improve the ease and comfort of repositioning and transfers.
One common strategy is the use of sliding sheets. However, they may pose barriers for safe and effective repositioning, leading to increased risk of injury to staff and patients as well as decreased patient and staff satisfaction.
The WendyLett Repositioning System offers a unique solution to traditional repositioning methods, maximizing both efficiency and comfort for all involved.
Sliding sheets are often used to overcome the friction of traditional bed linens that prevent easily moving a person in any direction in bed when they require repositioning. Although this approach reduces physical strain and fatigue for staff, it requires significantly more time, discouraging use.
Sliding sheets must be stored, retrieved, and moved into position under a patient. Additionally, if they are left in bed, they pose a risk of allowing a patient to slide off the bed.
Implementing more effective tools to encourage compliance with recommended repositioning intervals can help reduce caregiver burnout, improve patient outcomes, and avoid costly pressure injuries.
The WendyLett Repositioning system was designed with efficiency and comfort in mind. A premium product that uses superior fabric technology, it is comprised of three parts:
The WendyLett Repositioning System comes in a variety of sizes to fit different bed dimensions, as well as aesthetically pleasing patterns to create a less institutional feel. Because they are designed for everyday use and remain on the bed, there is no time wasted locating and applying them for use or returning to storage when complete.
The bottom fitted layer also helps reduce resistance so that patients who are more mobile can turn themselves more easily, rather than waiting for assistance. Integrated handles in the top layer not only facilitate manual lifting and transfers of immobile patients but can also be used seamlessly with mechanical lifts.
This ease of use extends beyond everyday needs as well. With staffing shortages on the rise and training time at a premium, healthcare facilities need products that are intuitive, effective, and easy to implement, even for staff that may have never touched the product.
The WendyLett system is designed with built-in visuals that aid in correct use by caregivers. The fabric pattern itself doubles as instructions: the slide sheet has a pattern of white stripes on a grey background, indicating the direction of glide. The 4-way draw sheet has a sliding surface underneath and a grey-checked pattern illustrating the direction of draw.
These features mean that new employees, float staff, and temporary staff can use the WendyLett system effectively without hours of specialized training.
The high-quality fabric used in the WendyLett system helps avoid the friction and shearing damage of resistance against standard bed coverings during repositioning. They can be used on top of a pressure-relieving mattress without compromising the pressure-relieving properties of the mattress.
To provide the user with maximum comfort, all seams have been eliminated across the layers, and the design of the joint seams has been minimized. Made with a combination of soft cotton and durable polyester, the double-fabric design helps prevent patients from sliding out of bed while at the same time lasting longer than other products.
Investing in the WendyLett Repositioning System facilitates comfort and efficient, safe repositioning and transfers for patients with limited mobility. Using this product in place of traditional repositioning aids can help remove barriers to effective repositioning, improving both patient and financial outcomes. To learn more about how you can include the WendyLett Repositioning System in your facility’s quality care, contact us today.
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