How to choose diapers for bedridden patients. Which firm diapers for sleep patients to buy

Today we will tell you about how to choose the right diapers for bedridden patients and those who suffer from incontinence. In addition, from the article presented, you will find out which diaper companies are best suited for a certain category of people, and how to calculate their size.

General information about diapers

In our country, diapers appeared more than twenty years ago and immediately became extremely popular and popular. Thanks to them, young mothers and fathers easily solved a large number of problems related to the care of newborn children.

However, it should be noted that there is another series of delicate situations where diapers for adults (bedridden patients, incontinent patients) are required. Manufacturers did not ignore this category of people. As is known, such diapers are often used as a means of hygiene and prevention of decubitus bedridden patients, as well as those who suffer from urinary incontinence.

To properly choose diapers for bed patients (night or daytime), you should follow strict instructions. We will introduce it below.

Choosing diapers for bed patients

Before you go shopping at the nearest pharmacy, you need to understand which diaper is needed for you or your ward. After all, despite the external similarity, these products can differ significantly in their size, properties and so on.

So, in order to properly buy diapers for bedridden patients, you should pay attention to:

1. The size of the diaper.
2. The volume of its absorption.
3. Fixation mechanism (fastener).
4. The material from which it is made (absorbent layers).
5. Additional inserts (separately for men and women).

Let's consider these criteria in more detail.

Size of diaper

Before you buy diaper pants for bedridden patients, you should definitely measure the stomach volume of the patient. In this case, the tape (centimeter) must strictly pass through the most protruding points.

Diapers for people with incontinence and bedridden patients need to be bought only by size. After all, tempted by such properties as a large amount of absorbency, you can easily get yourself into trouble, which will consist in leakage or discomfort during the wearing of the product.

The best option is enough to use the size L. Although too large a diaper can cause inconvenience and leakage.

Absorption volume

Now you know what to look for before you buy diapers for bedridden patients. Their dimensions are very important. However, with this purchase, you should also consider how often you plan to change the diaper. If you do not have the opportunity to do this regularly, we recommend choosing them with an increased amount of absorbency. By the way, the same applies to diapers, which are intended for night use.

Fixation mechanism (fastener)

If diapers were not purchased for single use, then ideally, a reusable fixation mechanism should be selected. So you can remove and re-wear the diaper several times on a lying patient. It should also be noted that the most reliable option is a Velcro fastener. With them, the replacement of products will be an easy and quick process.

Material for making diapers (inner and outer layers)

When choosing diapers for bedridden patients, one should pay special attention to the material from which it was made. The inner absorbent layer is practically the same for all diapers. As for the outdoor, it can be "breathing" or "breathing".

The first variant has such a name, since this layer has the ability to pass air. The second one is an oilcloth thin material that practically "does not breathe". By the way, this kind of cloth "rustles" while walking patient.

So which of the presented diapers is better to choose? For patients with sensitive skin, as well as those who, despite their diseases, try to lead an active lifestyle, it is best to purchase "breathing" diapers that are able to provide healthy conditions for the skin and maximum comfort in daily activities. In other cases, you can buy and nailcloth diapers, especially since they are much cheaper.

Additional inserts

Some medics for sitting disabled people or active people with incontinence problems recommend wearing diapers in conjunction with special inserts. This is an economical way to use diapers.

Typically, these inserts are produced for both the fairer sex and for the strong half of humanity. They differ in form. The male version of the liner usually has the form of a certain pocket, which is attached to the underwear or diaper. It should also be noted that at the edges of such gaskets are equipped with a special protective layer. It is he who prevents leakage.

If you use the presented inserts, then you can safely purchase even the most delicate diapers. They will be completely invisible under clothes, and in such a combination they will provide you with protection for a long time.

Sequence of actions when buying diapers

Diapers for recumbent patients, the dimensions of which are determined very easily, should be carefully considered. After all, such products are not a cheap pleasure, and in case of which they will not be able to return them to the pharmacy again. That's why before purchasing diapers for adults, you must follow the following rules:

1. Centimeter tape measure the volume of the widest part of the patient's trunk in the region of the thigh, considering all the protruding points of the abdomen.

2. Call all the nearest pharmacies and other medical companies that sell diapers. The operator should know:

• What models of products they have available;
• Whether they have diapers the size you need;
• Whether they sell pampers individually;
• What is the price of the package or one diaper.

All the results of a specific survey should be recorded and saved in order to further compare them and choose the most convenient and economical option.

3. Purchase several diapers of the correct size, but with different volume of absorbency (for comparison).

4. When you decide what is right for you, you can easily reduce the cost of diapers by about 10-16%, buying them small (for example, up to 6 packs) or medium (from 15 packs) in bulk.

Models of diapers for adults and their features

Diapers for recumbent patients (3rd, 4th and other rooms) are manufactured by different manufacturers. Each of them tries to make its products competitive, improving absorbing and other properties. In this regard, to select suitable diapers, you are encouraged to try out all the options. It's the only way to understand which models suit you the most. It should also be noted that diapers of various manufacturers differ not only in their specific properties, but also in their cost. And not always cheap are the worst.

To understand which diapers for bedridden patients (Seni, Tena, Molikare, etc.) are the best, consider them in more detail.

Super Seni

Diapers for recumbent patients "Seni" are Polish diapers, the sizes of which are calculated for the following amount of thighs:

• 40-60 cm (Extra Small, that is 0);
• 55-80 cm (Small, i.e., 1);
• 70-110 cm (Medium, that is 2);
• 100-150 cm (Large, that is 3);
• 130-170 cm (Extra Large, i.e. 4).

You can also select the amount of fluid to be retained:

• 1000 ml (Small);
• 1200 ml (Medium);
• 1300 ml (Large);
• 1500 ml (Extra Large).

Recently, Super Seni diapers of all sizes (except for Extra Small) have been produced in two other versions of increased absorbency:

1. Super Seni Plus - for severe incontinence. These diapers are ideal for night use.
2. Super Seni Trio - diapers for particularly severe incontinence. They are recommended for use at night, as well as those people who take diuretic drugs.

Consumer properties

Diapers for adults Super Seni are designed for varying degrees of incontinence. They are all "breathing". Their outer covering is made of a special breathable material, which protects the laundry from getting moisture on it.

Also presented diapers have special barriers, elastic bands around the legs, as well as a waist belt at the waist, designed for accurate modeling of the patient's figure.

The absorbent layer of Super Seni diapers consists of a mixture of superabsorbent and cellulose. Such products are securely fixed using two pairs of sticky fasteners. Moreover, along their entire length there is a dot code that facilitates the care of bed patients.

Tena

Pampers "Tena" for bedridden patients are diapers from a Swiss manufacturer. Their sizes can be as follows:

• M (medium) - is calculated on the waist circumference about 70-120 cm.
• L (large) - is calculated on the waist circumference about 100-150 cm.

The volume of the retained liquid of such diapers is 1840 and 1930 ml, respectively.

These adult models are designed for medium to severe incontinence.

Properties of diapers

The outer covering of such diapers is made of polyethylene film. Protection of underwear is provided not only by barriers and rubber band around the legs, but also by an elastic band. The latter is especially important for recumbent patients and people suffering from enuresis, whose underwear often gets wet on the back.

The absorbent part of such diapers consists of several layers that prevent backflow of the contents. That's why these products are well protected against unpleasant odors.

Tena diapers are fixed with sticky fasteners attached to the protective tape. If necessary, they make it easy to re-stitch the product. Also, the presented diapers have a point code, which is manifested when wet.

Molikare

The manufacturer of such diapers is Germany. Their sizes are calculated on the following volumes of the abdomen:

• № 1 - 50-80 cm;
• № 2 - 70-120 cm;
• № 3 - 100-150 cm.

According to the instruction, the volume of the retained liquid of the diaper data is as follows:

• No. 1 (Molicare) - absorbs about 700 ml;
• No. 2 (Molicare) - absorbs about 1150 ml;
• № 3 (Molicare) - absorbs about 1400 ml;
• No. 1 (Molicare Super) - absorbs about 1300 ml;
• No. 2 (Molicare Super) - absorbs about 2200 ml;
• No. 3 (Molicare Super) - absorbs about 2350 ml.

The optimal reason for using Molicare diapers is a severe form of incontinence. As for Molicare Super, they are suitable for a very severe form, as well as for the care of bed patients and night enuresis.

Consumer properties

The outer layer of such products has an elastic soft polyethylene coating, which protects the clothes from getting wet. Also, diapers have elastic bands to cover the leg and barriers that prevent lateral leakage.

The absorbent layer of diapers contains a huge amount of superabsorbent, which makes it possible to use them in the most severe forms of incontinence. In addition, a special liner, called Dry Plus, very quickly distributes the liquid throughout the inner layer of the underpants. They are fixed with sticky and reliable clasps. Also Molikare pamers have a point code that signals that it is necessary to change the diaper.

Among other things, you can try diapers from Sanikare, Celastik, Trisepta and Tender.