Parafricta Pffss-001-b Single Fitted Sheet User Guide

PFFSS-001-B Single Fitted Sheet
User Guide

PFFSS-001-B Single Fitted Sheet

There is a range of Parafricta® sheets and pillowcases for use in different settings. Please use this guide to select the most suitable product.

Parafricta sheets and pillowcases are reusable products that are intended to protect fragile skin (e.g. treated burns, at risk of pressure ulcers, epidermolysis bullosa and other  fragile skin conditions) against the damage caused by friction and associated shear, either alone or in combination with pressure relieving equipment.
Pressure ulcers (Pressure injuries/“bedsores”) can lead to serious and even life-threatening health consequences if left untreated.
Always seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional if you think you, or a person in your care, has a pressure ulcer.
Some of the sheets are intended to aid users with limited mobility, e.g. due to neurodegenerative and arthritic conditions, in sliding in and out of bed and in turning whilst in bed (self-repositioning).

Instructions for Use

When choosing the best sheet to use, consider five factors:

1. the reason for using the sheet (a) skin protection (b) aid to repositioning
2. the type of bed frame i.e. flat or tilting/profiling
3. the type of mattress i.e. standard, static pressure relieving or dynamic pressure relieving
4. the size of the mattress (a) single (b) double/king
5. determine if it is important that the item should be more easily distinguishable from normal bed linen (i.e. white or blue).

Choosing the best sheet to use

Consult the table below

Ensure the sheet or pillowcase will fit the mattress or pillow

Consult the table below

Other Instructions

• The bedding should be changed when soiled or according to clinical judgement (same as normal bed linen).
• An absorbent pad may be used under the sheet to draw away urine, wound exudate, sweat or saliva, if required.
• The single, fl at sheet for dynamic mattresses should rest on the mattress and not be tucked in tightly.
• The pillowcase should have the Parafricta® low friction fabric uppermost.
• The Parafricta® woven label on the sheet indicates the top side and top end.
• For all sheets, the Parafricta® panel should be located under the trunk of the user.
• When sheets are being used for skin protection the heels should rest on the Parafricta® panel.
• When sheets are being used to aid self-repositioning, the heels should rest on the polycotton.
• Dispose of if there is heavy soiling not removed by washing or if there is damage to the Parafricta® fabric or surrounding seams.

Precautions

• The Mobility Assist Sheet will not provide relief to the heels from friction and associated shear. If required, Parafricta® bootees should also be used.

Washing Instructions

• Parafricta® sheets should be washed in a hot (60ºC), synthetics cycle in a domestic washing machine, or on a 95ºC cycle if maximum sanitisation is required.
• Line (air) dry or tumble dry on a low, synthetic cycle setting.
• In a professional laundry the sheets may be washed on a cycle that includes 70ºC for up to 10 minutes or on a 95ºC cycle if maximum sanitisation is required.
• Iron at low temperature if required.
• Do not use domestic/chlorine bleach.
• Do not dry clean

References
See www.parafricta.com ‘Clinical Evidence’

Glossary of Symbols Used on Pack Inserts

	Catalogue number
	Pack of 1
	Consult Electronic Instructions for Use
	Patient Information Website
	Maximum washing temperature 60oC
	Only oxygen / non-chlorine bleach allowed
	Tumble drying possible – drying at lower temperature – maximum exhaust temperature 60oC
	Iron at maximum sole plate temperature of 110 oC
	Do not dry clean
	Unique Device Identifier
	Batch code
	Date of manufacture
	Use-by date
	Medical device
	Complies with EU medical device regulations
	Complies with UK medical device directive

References

• Pressure Ulcer/Bedsore Prevention and Treatment