{"id":1353,"date":"2022-05-10T14:26:41","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T18:26:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.patientsafetyusa.com\/?p=1353"},"modified":"2024-01-17T10:35:50","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T15:35:50","slug":"5-ways-an-adult-changing-table-is-designed-with-the-caregiver-in-mind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patientsafetyusa.com\/blog\/5-ways-an-adult-changing-table-is-designed-with-the-caregiver-in-mind\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways an Adult Changing Table is Designed with the Caregiver in Mind"},"content":{"rendered":"

A day in the life of a caregiver can be strenuous, wearing and stressful on emotional and physical levels. Being a caregiver means you put someone else first, and often, placing your own needs on the back burner. When you\u2019re responsible for the comfort, safety and wellness of another person, it\u2019s easy to forget that you also matter \u2014 and the products you use in that role should make<\/span> both<\/span><\/i> of your lives a little bit easier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re caring for someone who is non-ambulatory or has a condition that requires toileting assistance, then you know the challenges of changing an older child or adult on a floor or bed. Using an adult changing table can make a huge difference in this daily task, and not only for the person you\u2019re caring for, but for you too!<\/span><\/p>\n

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These are some of the many ways an adult changing table<\/a> is designed with you, the caregiver, in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Height-adjustability eases transfers and changing process<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    One big benefit for caregivers is that many adult changing tables are<\/span> height-adjustable<\/span><\/a>, meaning that the table can be lowered to the appropriate level for a person to access it, then raised to the correct ergonomic height for changing. This is especially useful for helping wheelchair users and other individuals who cannot climb onto the changing table on their own.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Height-adjustability prevents the caregiver from engaging in any unnecessary bending or lifting during transfers, reducing physical strain and risk of injury. Further, it enables them to provide toileting assistance at the correct ergonomic height, which makes the process easier and more comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Made with smooth materials for easy cleaning<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      It may sound simple, but if you\u2019re a caregiver who provides toileting assistance \u2014 especially in a facility serving multiple people \u2014 you understand the importance of sanitizing equipment between each use. It\u2019s a necessary task, but if you don\u2019t have the right types of products, it can be a time-consuming part of your day.\u00a0<\/span>For this reason, the <\/span>adult changing tables sold by Patient Safety USA<\/span><\/a> are made with smooth, high-end materials which can be easily wiped clean. For benches with covers, the covers can typically be removed and cleaned in a washing machine. These features are designed to make the cleaning process more efficient and allow you more time\u00a0 to do what you do best: caregiving.<\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. Shower feature allows for toileting and bathing in one place<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        The real, unglamorous truth about the changing process? It is, as anyone could predict, messy. Whether you\u2019re helping your person with regular bathing or you\u2019ve encountered one of those very normal messes during changing, an <\/span>adult changing table with a shower feature<\/span><\/a> can be very handy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

        Some changing tables are available with a shower hose attachment, as well as a collection tray to prevent water from splashing onto the floor (or of course, onto you!). The ability to assist with changing and bathing in one place eliminates the need for transfers from the changing table to the bath, which can be difficult, straining and time-consuming.<\/span><\/p>\n

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        1. Available in various designs to accommodate different needs<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          At Patient Safety USA, we say this all the time because it\u2019s true: every person is unique and has a different set of needs. This applies to people with disabilities and their caregivers, and we keep that in mind with each product we sell, including adult changing tables. The following are a few examples of our diverse range of products.<\/span><\/p>\n