Traditional Methods of Dealing With Immobility
The traditional method of dealing with immobility is to turn the patient at least every two hours, following a side-back-side protocol. Through the years, many mechanical systems have been improvised to prevent these complications of immobility:
- Sheepskin laid on top of the patient's mattress.
- Foam mattresses and overlays.
- Non-powered and powered air mattresses
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