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Welcome
to the skill using an enclosure bed.
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Now, an important point to note
is that an enclosure bed
is indeed a patient restraint.
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Now, the great thing about an enclosure
bed is it's typically less
restrictive
than other restraint alternatives.
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Now, we'll get into those details
a little bit later.
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So let's take a look at the equipment
we're going to need.
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Well, of course, an enclosure bed.
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Now, know that these vary widely
depending on each facility.
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So you want to ensure before use
that you are very familiar
with how to work the enclosure bed
and all the different components
and how to work it properly.
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So while using an enclosure bed,
these are designed to help prevent clients
from exiting the bed unassisted
because this may result in a fall.
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Let's talk about four really important points
in regards to using an enclosure bed.
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We've already discussed
that enclosure beds offer a less
restrictive alternatives
than something like limb restraints
for example.
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Also really important
is that you have to have an order
from a health care provider
to use this enclosure bed.
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Remember, this is considered a restraint.
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So it is imperative that you obtain
a physician or health care provider order
Now, before using the particular bed,
consult
the parameter for its use and limitations.
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So maybe a tide or a weight
restrictions, for example.
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Also, make sure that you think
about your patient's disease process.
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Is this appropriate
for your particular patient?
And of course, lastly,
each beds are going to slightly differ.
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So consult the training and user manuals
to ensure safe client care.
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Now, let's talk about the steps
of using the enclosure bed.
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We've got to start with our hand hygiene
and make sure the bed is locked in place.
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While in use,
you don't want it rolling around.
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Also, lower the bed to the lowest position
on each side and lower the side panels.
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Now we're going to transfer the client
into the bed
and position them
comfortably on the mattress.
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Now we want to make sure that we attach
any necessary equipment
back to our patient.
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Maybe that's there IVs or tubes or
any sort of cardiac monitors for example.
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Now, once the patient's in the bed,
make sure you zip up the side
panels completely.
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And some beds may have buckles
like you see here.
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Make sure that these are secure and
they secure the panels using the buckles.
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Once you've done this place,
the bed in the lowest position.
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And as a safety check, confirm
that all panels, zippers
and buckles are secured,
then you can perform your hand hygiene.