» How often should residents bathe?
Residents need not bathe every day, but once or twice a week helps most residents avoid skin breakdowns, according to DailyCaring.com, a website that addresses various care issues.
Older adults tend to be less active than younger adults, so they don’t need to bathe as often. Conversely, however, body odor is a development that is best avoided.
An exception to less frequent bathing schedules may be needed for residents living with dementia; daily bathing may be a part of their daily routines.
The website also recommends using warm washcloths to wipe armpits, the groin area, genitals, feet and any skin folds to help minimize body odor in between full baths.
The website adds that it is essential to consider residents’ specific health conditions when choosing a bathing schedule. Some people may need to bathe more frequently than others, for medical reasons.
» Invacare’s Birdie Evo XPLUS lift takes hold
Invacare Corporation’s recently unveiled Birdie Evo XPLUS lift is gaining popularity in the United States, according to the firm.
The product’s technology is desgined to help maximize comfort and security when lifting or transferring a resident to or from a bed, chair or floor, Invacare said. Features:
- Slow’R integrated dampener – This piece of hardware, built into the boom, is meant to reduce rocking movement, resulting in a stable and more comfortable experience for the end user and steady lift control for the caregiver.
- Ergonomic sling hook – This hook with a nose is designed to help prevent sling loops from sliding out unintentionally, helping reduce the risk of injury, and it has a wide base that allows for easy strap positioning.
» Resident handling equipment market has predicted value of more than $14 billion
The global patient handling equipment market is estimated to be worth $10.4 billion this year and is poised to reach $14.0 billion by 2027, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets.
The growth is partly fueled by the growing number of obese and geriatric populations.
