Anti-Shear Technique:
"X-Ray Film"
This is an excellent technique to use on high-risk posterior
areas of the patient.
- Place chest x-ray film in plastic
bag
- Straight lift patient and place
bag with film under patient, between bedding and sheet
- Plastic encased film provides good
non-friction, point-to-point contact between patient
and bed
As with any technique, it is necessary
to have sufficient manpower to facilitate the process.
Anti-Shear Technique:
"Plastic Slide"
In cases involving high risk shear areas such as the posterior,
additional anti-shear techniques can be used. The "Plastic
Slide" technique is an example of a creative technique
that will reduce the effect of friction on a patient that
is being moved or positioned. There are variations on
the plastic covering used
in this technique. Some centers have used a Mayo stand
cover, a plastic garbage bag, or a plastic drape.
