Who's it for and Why?
Adult Briefs
Indication- Patients who are incontinent
Value- Designed to absorb and contain a full void of urine and contain feces.
Antimicrobial Silver Dressing
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- Effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria and fungi, absorbs at least 5 times its weight or donates moisture as needed, will not macerate or dry wounds, no need to pre-wet or re-wet, non-adherent and no residue left in wound, and can be cut to size.
Bath Bench
Indication- Patients at risk for slipping and falling while entering a tub
Value- Bathing seats that are designed to help make transfers in and out of the bathtub as safely as possible and designed for individuals who require seating support when bathing or showering
Bathtub Bars – Steel
Indication- Reduce Risk for Falling
Value- Has an upper gripping position which allows patients to easily get into the shower without turning there body or wrist and a lower gripping position which provides assistance with lowering into or rising from a seated position from the tub
Bed Bumpers/Gap Fillers
Indication – Reduce risk of side rail injury due to entrapment
Value – Padded protection to prevent skin pinches and body part entrapment
Biotene Mouthwash, Moisturizer & Toothpaste
Indication – For bedridden or handicapped patients who have difficulty maintaining good oral hygiene.
Value – Replenishes natural saliva to fight harmful bacteria growth. Neutralizes odor. Reduces the risk of mouth sores and ulcers.
Bladder Control Pads
Indication- Patients who are incontinent
Value- An absorbent product that adheres to underwear. Designed to absorb more than just a dribble but not quite a full void of urine
Bordered Gauze
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- Heavy duty soaker pad handles high levels of exudate and is ideal for daily dressing changes.
Cane
Indication- Patients requiring light assistance with walking and balance
Value- Allows for patience to achieve steadiness while doing normal everyday tasks but should not be used for weight bearing. Easiest to handle and less bulky out of all walking aids.
Clear Plate Guard
Indication- To protect against food spills
Value- Clear plastic plate guard around half the plate to prevents food from being pushed off the plate.
Commodes
Indication- Patients who have difficulty with getting to the toilet
Value- Commodes can be used bedside to offer patients who have difficulty getting to the bathroom or are in danger when alone in the bathroom a safe way to relieve themselves.
Crutches/Forearm Crutches
Indication- Patients at Risk for Falling
Value- Decreases the weight on an extremity, relatively easy to manage and can help patience negotiate obstacles. However, a significant amount of upper body strength and overall balance is required in the use of crutches.
Digit Finger Oximeter
Indication- Tool used to measure pulse strength
Value- A convenient and economical solution to fast, reliable SpO2, pulse rate and pulse strength measurements
Disposable Oral Swabs
Indication – For bedridden or handicapped patients who have difficulty maintaining good oral hygiene.
Value – Treated swabs promote oral care and allow removal of oral debris. Long stems prevent touch-contamination.
Disposable Underpads
Indication- Patients who are incontinent
Value- Soft absorbent material and a waterproof backing, used to protect a surface from urine or feces.
Dressing Retention Sheet
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- Offers a low sensitivity adhesive for gentle but secure adhesion, perforated every 2 inches for easy tear, and is water resistant and acts as an excellent secondary dressing for gauze, foams, gels (etc.).
Dressing Stick
Indication- Patients who have difficulty dressing
Value- Reduces difficulty of dressing oneself by providing a long arm like stick with a vinyl coated push-pull hook on one end and a small “C” pull hook on the other.
External Hip Protectors
Indication – Fall Risk Patients, Osteoporosis
Value – Protects against Hip Fractures
Formed Sock Aid
Indication- Patients with problems of bending
Value- Allows for patients to put on a sock with out placing stress on the body.
Gait Belt
Indication – Patients requiring transfer or ambulation assistance
Value – prevents caregiver back injuries and assists in safe transfer of patient
Gap Fillers
Indication – Reduce risk of side rail injury due to entrapment
Value – Padded protection to prevent skin pinches and body part entrapment
Gauze/Conforming Bandages
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- 6-ply cotton conforms, cushions, and protects wounds. Sterile and Non-sterile
Gel Foam Cushion
Indication – Patients at risk for pressure sores, patients requiring posture support
Value – maximizes patient comfort and helps prevent pressure ulcers
Grab Bars
Indication- Reduce Risk for Falling
Value- Reduces difficulty of walking, sitting, standing (etc) by provides a firm support for individuals in any place of the house (i.e. bathroom, kitchen, and bedroom)
HaloShield Sheets & Pillowcases
Indication- Patients at risk for infection
Value – Sheets are made with chlorine bleach which is the best antimicrobial agent in the world. When sheets are laundered, the sheet is once again fully “charged” with chlorine for maximum bacterial kill power.
Handheld Shower
Indication- Patients who are unable to stand while taking a shower
Value- Easily installed shower head that can provide a continuous flow of water to a patient while taking a shower
Hand Sanitizer
Indication – hand hygiene lowers infection rates
Value – kills germs that spread disease
Heel Protector
Indication – Patients at risk for skin breakdown and friction burns
Value – Prevents skin breakdown, ventilation holes promote air circulation around foot
Hip Kit
Indication- Persons recovering from hip or knee injuries
Value- An assortment of products to assist recovering hip or knee patients with everyday task. Products include reachers, dressing stick, sock aid, and long-handled scrub sponge
Home Care Mattress
Indication- Long-Term wound treatment
Value- Constructed with durable 8oz vinyl and antimicrobial ticking
Incontinence Briefs
Indication – Patients that are incontinent
Value – briefs help keep the perineal skin dry which is an important step in avoiding skin maceration and skin erosion
IQ Glucose Meter
Indication- Diabetic Patients
Value- Advanced blood glucose monitoring system with a 3 easy step process with data management capability and new internet uploading capability that lets you track, graph and print results to share with health care professionals
Lift Chair
Indication – patients incapable of standing from a regular chair in the home.
Value – Patient controls a seat lift mechanisms to assist in standing up and sitting down without other assistance.
Knitted Contour Sheets
Indication- Bed bound patients
Value- Medline’s most popular and best-selling sheets ever, these sheets provide superior patient comfort
Long-Handle Scrub Sponge
Indication- Assistance to those with limited reach
Value- Long handle bath sponge assists those with limited reach scrub places they are not able to get to
Medseptic
Indication – for treatment of adult diaper dermatitis, denuded skin and minor burns.
Value – Also recommended by the Foot & Ankle Institute for diabetic patients to help hold moisture in their skin, especially on the feet, ankles, elbows and hands.
MedTech 8000 Alternating Pressure Therapy Mattress Replacement System
Indication- Long-Term wound treatment
Value- Offers 30% more air cushion than five inch air cell mattresses. Designed for patients up to 300 lbs. Settings are in measurable and recordable patient weight increments.
Moisture Barrier Ointment
Indication – for patients at-risk for skin deterioration but the skin hasn’t been compromised or damaged.
Value – prevents moisture, urine and fecal matter from contacting skin.
Molimed Liners
Indication- Patients who are incontinent
Value- End to end adhesive strip keeps the protective liner firmly in place and provide a comfortable fit. Perfect anatomical shape for discrete use and better fit. A dryness layer guides liquid into the core faster, for better comfort
Nebulizer/Compressor
Indication- Patients who have difficulty using inhalers and those with severe asthma.
Value- Lightweight unit small enough to fit in the palm of a hand, yet powerful enough to deliver a fast, effective aerosol treatment that provides reliable aerosol treatments anywhere (various styles to decide from)
Non-Skid Slippers
Indication – Fall Risk Patients
Value – Ideal for patients who cannot wear full support footwear. Skid-free product helps prevent falls.
Nosey Glass
Indication- Patients with neck injury
Value- An ergonomically shaped, translucent plastic glass with a special cut-out for the nose area to help patients drink liquid without bending the neck
Pull-ups Underwear
Indication- Patients who are incontinent
Value- Designed for moderate to heavy bladder control protection. Soft, cloth-like material is comfortable, yet provides security. Breathable outer cover and unique odor neutralization
Overbed Tables
Indication-
Value- Practical easy-to-use units suitable for both homes and institutions. The height of the tables easily adjusts for comfort while reading, writing or eating. Also the chrome-plated column and base ensures durability and can hold up to 50 lbs
QR Powder (Topical Powder to Stop Bleeding)
Indication – Effective for patients using blood thinners or with bleeding disorders (skin tears, lacerations, ostomy maintenance, fungating tumors, PICC/IV Line Removal, Varicosities)
Value – upon contact with blood or exudates, forms an instant seal that stops bleeding and protects against infection and contamination
Quad Cane
Value – Lightweight design and low center of gravity combine for greater stability and balance
Raised Toilet Seat
Indication- Reduce Risk for Falling
Value- Installed aid that can reduce difficulty in getting on and off the toilet
Reacher
Indication- Patients on wheelchairs and those unable to reach objects from high and low ground
Value- Easy-to-use reachers help users grasp objects both from hard-to-reach places above and below
Ready Bath Bathing Systems & Premoistened Wipers
Indication – Incontinent, Bed Bound patients
Value – Eliminates water washing which greatly decreasing chances of contamination. Reduces infection control risks associated with soap and water basin baths.
Remedy 4-in-1 Body Cleanser
Indication – Cleansing and conditioning for hair, body, perineal and peristomal areas.
Value – No-rinse foam for head-to-toe cleansing, conditioning, protection against transepidermal water loss, and skin nourishment. Helps reduce odor as well.
Remedy Calazime
Indication – for relief of painful, itchy skin and discomfort associated with diaper rash caused by wetness, urine and/or stoll and other macerated skin conditions.
Value – Ideal for normal to broken-down skin and peristomal areas, including G-Tube sites.
Remedy Nutrashield
Indication – for diaper rash caused by wetness, urine and stool.
Value – Protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin. Ideal for dry to denuded skin. Protects against transepidermal water loss.
Remedy Skin Repair Cream
Indication – Patients that are incontinent
Value – Prevents skin breakdown by restoring and maintaining skin’s natural moisture balance while delivering vital nutrients to skin.
Roho Airlite Cushion
Indication – For wheelchairs patients at low risk for wheelchair falls and pressure ulcers.
Value – Cushion promotes increased stability and optimal leg and pelvic positioning to prevent wheelchair falls and decrease pressure sores.
Roho Mosaic Cushion
Indication – patients in pain or at risk for pressure ulcers in a seated position
Value – this pressure reducing cushion reduces tissue breakdown or pressure ulcers. It also alleviates pain when sitting.
Safety Side-rails and Half-rails
Indication- Long-Term wound treatment
Value- The new rail designs offer added protection to traditional bed rails by closing up the open area that used to occur with the bed in the fully articulated position
Satin Hydrocolloid
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- Offers a low profile and a tapered edge facilitating longer wear time, facilitates autolytic debridement, granulation, and epithelialization, and is friction-free which reduces chance of roll-up
Scooters
Indication- Patient is unable to operate a wheelchair manually due to a neurological or muscular disease/condition
Value- Provides easy travel without assistance and maximizes patient mobility
Skin Paste
Indication – for skin that has been compromised (Stage 1 and excoriations).
Value – effective over wet, compromisted skin. Stays in place and protects against moisture, urine & fecal matter. Aloe helps heal while vitamins nourish the skin.
Sleep Strip (Disposable Sleep Apnea Screener)
Indication – Patients at risk/having undiagnosed Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Value – Easy to use with instant results, requires no additional equipment. Patient can sleep in their natural environment.
Slider/Shoehorn
Indication- Patience who have limited flexibility
Value- Unbreakable plastic shoehorn has a curved hand grip for ease in grasping
Soft Handle Utensils
Indication- Patience with hand arthritis
Value- Soft foam handle or holder that makes it easy for patients to grasp utensils
Sofnit 300 Underpads
Indication- Bed bound patients
Value- Features a soft, durable face fabric of Canadian Ibex and a moderate- duty poly/rayon soaker
Suction Swabs and Toothbrushes
Indication – ventilator patients
Value – reduces chance of Ventilator-associated Pneumonia. Alleviates dry mouth. When there is not enough saliva, there is less natural protection of teeth and tissue from bacteria and fungi. Bacteria and fungi causes tooth decay and periodontal disease.
Supra Low Air Loss/Alternating Pressure Mattress System
Indication- Long-Term wound treatment
Value- Utilizes a high-output, low maintenance air pump to provide therapy to help patients up to 300 lbs. This mattress will prevent and treat stage I through stage IV pressure sores.
Sure-Step Cushioned Bath Mat
Indication – Fall Risk Patients
Value – Creates safe environment in otherwise wet, slippery areas (i.e. shower, bath tub)
Surgical Tape
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- Provided in transparent, cloth, and paper material, medical tapes are used to secure dressings and tubes in place.
Toilet Safety Rails
Indication- Reduce Risk for Falling
Value- Installed rails on both sides of the toilet seat to provide assistance while sitting and standing
Transfer Belt
Indication – Patients requiring transfer or ambulation assistance
Value – prevents caregiver back injuries and assists in safe transfer of patient
Walker
Indication- Patients requiring complete assistance with balance and mobility
Value- Provides assistance to patients who have significant balance deficits too severe to be handled by a cane and successfully diminishes the weight born on the affected extremity.
Wheelchair
Indication- Patients who have lost all weight-bearing capability
Value- Offers a wider range of activity than canes, walkers, or crutches. Promotes independence and increases safety
Wheelchair Cushion
Indication – To protect against urine spills
Value – Protects against urine leaks on wheelchair surface
Woven Gauze Sponges
Indication- Patients in need of wound care supply
Value- Patients are provided with a choice between sterile ad non-sterile sponges that assist with cleaning, debriding, and packing wounds