Cromptons Lilac Bariatric Patient-Specific Disposable Tubular Slide Sheets (5-Pack)

Bariatric patients are at a higher risk of bed sores, making the use of suitable slide sheets crucial to provide regular changes of position. The Cromptons Lilac Bariatric Patient-Specific Disposable Tubular Slide Sheets (5-Pack) are made with a special low-friction material sewn into a continuous tube, making it easier to carry out patient turning, boosting, and other positioning procedures in bed.

What's Included?

• 5 x Tubular Slide Sheets (200 x 140cm)

Key Features 

• Tubular slide sheets suitable for movement of bariatric patients
• Disposable use allows for reduced risk of patient irritation
• Made of low-friction material to enable easy patient turning 
• Can be wiped clean, but not intended for laundering
• Double-sewn, low-profile seam reduces the risk of tissue viability issues
• Web hanging loop to allow the tube to be kept at the patient's bedside
• The pack allows for cost-effective care

Who Can Use the Cromptons Tubular Slide Sheets?

The Cromptons Tubular Slide Sheets are specially designed to be used with hospital patients with limited mobility. The Slide Sheets enable safer patient handling and movement while helping to reduce the risk of bed-related injuries such as pressure sores. 

What Is the Benefit of a Tubular Sheet?

By sewing the material into a continuous tube, the fabric can be rolled throughout the turning process to reduce stress on both the carer and patient. The double-sewn, low-profile seam reduces the risk of potential tissues viability issues, while adding strength and durability to the sheet.

Specially-Designed Transtex Fabric 

The Cromptons Tubular Slide Sheets are specially designed using a lightweight, silicone-based material called Transtex. This fabric provides a smooth, low-friction surface layer that enables better mobility when it comes to moving or turning a patient while they are in bed. 

What Size Are the Sheets?

The Cromptons Tubular Slide Sheets are designed for bariatric patients, and measure 200 x 140cm. 

How Do I Use the Sheets?

When boosting or turning a patient in bed, it is vital that you follow the correct procedures in order to ensure their safety and comfort.

Step One: Apply the Slide Sheet

Place the slide sheet under the patient and unroll it towards the bottom of the bed. 

The following step depends on your decided position:

Step Two: Move the patient up the bed

With one person on each side of the bed, slide the top layer of the sheet along the bottom layer towards the top of the bed.

Step Three: Move the patient down the bed 

With one person on either side of the bed, slide the top layer of the sheet along the bottom layer, towards the foot of the bed. 

Step Three: Remove the slide sheet

Remove the slide sheet from underneath the patient by pulling it through the tube. 

How Do I Turn a Patient in Bed?

Step One: Apply the sheet

Position the slide sheet under the patient's head and unroll until the sheet is fully underneath the patient.

Step Two: Turn the patient 

Depending on which direction you need to turn the patient, take either the top or bottom of the sheet and pull gently.

Step Three: Remove the sheet 

Remove the slide sheet from the corner by pulling it through the tube. 

For more information on how to handle patients while using the Tubular Slide Sheets, please see the guide below: 

• Patient Moving and Handling Guide

Please note that this product is not intended for patient lifting. All patient manoeuvres should be carried out without lifting while using this product.