Inflatable Bed Bath for Bedbound Patient
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care
31 December 2023
To provide bed bath services using portable inflatable basins for bedbound patients whose caregivers cannot provide personal. Inflatable bed baths are effective in improving hygiene and quality of life for bedbound patients, with potential for broader...
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quality Improvement, Job Effectiveness, Value Based Care, Patient Satisfaction
About this Content
Aims
To provide bed bath services using portable inflatable basins for bedbound patients whose caregivers cannot provide personal hygiene.
Background
Bedbound patients faced poor skin integrity and discomfort, necessitating innovative hygiene solutions.
Methods
Conducted 198 bed bath sessions with portable inflatable basins, reducing strain on caregivers and patients.
Results
14 caregivers reported improved patient skin integrity; 10 observed less discomfort; reduced back pain among caregivers; increased mood and satisfaction among patients.
Conclusion
Inflatable bed baths are effective in improving hygiene and quality of life for bedbound patients, with potential for broader adoption.
Lessons Learnt
Portable solutions enhance care efficiency and improve patient quality of life.
Keywords
Inflatable Bath, Bed Bath, Personal Hygiene
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care |
Organization(s) Involved | SATA CommHealth |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Infectious Diseases |
Project Lead(s) | Tan Wee Tai |
Project Member(s) | Nur Khartini Bte Kateno |
Connect with this contributor!
Mr. Tan Wee Tai - weetai.tan@sata.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_95_SATA_NHIP_2023_Inflatable_Bed_Bath_for_Bedbound_Patient.pdf