From Head to Heel: The Unseen Risk in the OR.
Did you know that pressure injuries (bedsores) can happen right on the operating table? When a patient is immobile for hours, focused pressure on bony areas like the heels, sacrum, and occiput can cause serious skin damage.
⚕️ Here are 3 Must-Do Tips from the full guide:
1️⃣ Base Layer: Always start with a full-length OT table mat for uniform pressure distribution.
2️⃣ Heel Off-load: Use dedicated heel pads to ensure the heel is completely floating—this is CRITICAL!
3️⃣ Check Twice: Re-examine all pressure points after final surgical draping to confirm pads haven't shifted. Protect your patients. Read the full guide for a comprehensive prevention plan!
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