Arm restraint care to prevent skin and swelling problems
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study tests a set of care steps (a 'care bundle') that may help prevent skin problems and swelling in patients whose arms are secured with physical restraints in the hospital. If you are a seriously ill patient about to have arm restraints, this approach might help protect your skin and reduce discomfort.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- Your doctor has decided to secure your arms with physical restraints, and this is about to begin.
- The skin where the restraints will be placed must be healthy – no cuts, wounds, or sores.
- There should be no swelling in that area at the start.
- You (or your family) must agree in writing to take part.
- You must have a very severe illness (high APACHE-II score), meaning life expectancy may be short.
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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