Skin care plan for patients in arm restraints
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study tests a special care routine to prevent skin problems and swelling in patients who need to have their arms gently tied down in the hospital. It may help keep your loved one's skin healthy while they are restrained.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- A doctor has decided to put soft restraints on your arms, and it's about to start.
- The skin where the restraints go is clean and healthy (no cuts, sores, or swelling).
- Your health is very serious, with a high APACHE-2 score (17 or more), meaning low chance of survival.
- A family member must sign a paper agreeing to join the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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