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HYGIENE SLING and DUAL ACCESS SLING

Description

The Hygiene and/or Dual Access slings are specifically designed for toileting and hygiene functions. The Hygiene

Sling features quilted material and comes with leg and shoulder straps with loops, allowing for a variety of seated

positions. A wide strap across the chest, available with a Velcro or Buckle closure, provides additional upper body

support. The Dual Access sling also has an internal non slip fabric and optional side straps to increase support

when the client is in the sling.

Due to its design, the Hygiene and Dual Access Slings allows the user to remove clothing while the client is

supported in the sling. This can make toileting less time consuming as it allows for a direct transfer between a bed,

wheelchair, or chair to a toilet or commode.

The Hygiene and Dual Access Slings provide reduced body coverage relative to the Universal or Hammock Slings

which increases its’ versatility as outlined above. As the versatility of these slings increase compared the Universal

or Hammock Sling so does the risk. The client must undergo a thorough assessment by a qualified health

professional prior to prescription of the Hygiene Sling. The assessment must reveal that the client:

 Has adequate trunk control and does not require more trunk support than the Hygiene Sling

provides

 Has head and neck control and does not require head support

 Has good muscular endurance (especially hip extension)

 Understands the function of the hygiene sling and is comfortable with its use

 Is Cooperative

 Is Predictable

Summary of content (4 pages)

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HYGIENE SLING and DUAL ACCESS SLING Description The Hygiene and/or Dual Access slings are specifically designed for toileting and hygiene functions. The Hygiene Sling features quilted material and comes with leg and shoulder straps with loops, allowing for a variety of seated positions. A wide strap across the chest, available with a Velcro or Buckle closure, provides additional upper body support.
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NOTE: The use of the Hygiene and Dual Access Slings are sometimes the source of controversy, due to its application with a unique set of clients. Prism Medical recognizes the importance to continue to toilet/commode clients as long as possible; however, this practice needs to be assessed to be safe. It is important that each client be assessed by a health professional before the use of the Hygiene and/or Dual Access Sling.
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    Large X-Large XX-Large Custom Please refer to the Sling Sizing Chart for the appropriate sling size for your client: NOTE: The Hygiene Sling and Dual Access Sling typically fits larger than the Universal/Hammock Slings therefore appropriate assessment should be completed.
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(b) One leg band is crossed over the opposite leg band. This will provide more support than option (a) by decreasing the size of the opening even more. This will also bring the legs closer together than option (a). 4. Attach the loops on the straps to the carry bar on the lift a. Make sure you use the same colour loops on both sides of the sling (i.e., if you use blue on the left leg strap, use blue on the right leg strap) b.