Description
Assist with the care and comfort of bariatric patients BOX 5 The SallySling® Pannus Support reduces risks for health professionals by reducing awkward postures, reaching and sustained lifting. The support allows for safe and easy pannus management which reduces risks for health professionals and provides better care for bariatric patients. The pannus provides complex challenges for healthcare professionals. Benefits Soft and breathable for improved skin integrity Assists with patient hygiene enabling easy access for bathing as well as catheter insertion / removal Assists with catheter insertion / removal Removes the need for multiple staff to lift/hold the pannus Reduces the risk of injuries to staff undertaking the challenging task of lifting the pannus Assists with taking pressure of Pannus off patients legs when in seated position Having the Pannus raised using the SallySling® Pannus Support for periods of time reduces the likelihood of heat rashes and skin ulcers
