University:
American Career College
Course:
NURS112 | Fundamentals of Nursing
Academic year:

2022
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134

Pages:

1
Author:

Charlee Buchanan

Logroll method Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Description Logrolling is a technique used to turn a patient whose body must at all times be kept in a straight alignment, is a maneuver used to move a patient without flexing the spinal column. Patient's legs are stretched, the head is held, to immobilize the neck. This technique is used for the patient who has a spinal injury. Logrolling is used for the patient who must be turned in one movement, without twisting. Logrolling requires two people, or if the patient is large, three people. Technique. Wash your hands. Approach and identify the patient (by checking two patient identifiers) and explain the procedure (using simple terms and pointing out the benefits). Provide privacy. Position the bed. The bed should be in the flat position at a comfortable working height. Lower the side rail on the side of the body at which you are working. Position yourself with your feet apart and your knees flexed close to the side of the bed. Fold the patient's arms across his chest. Place your arms under the patient so that a major portion of the patient's weight is centered between your arms. The arm of one nurse should support the patient's head and neck. On the count of three, move the patient to the side of the bed, rocking backward on your heels and keeping the patient's body in correct alignment. Raise the side rail on that side of the bed. Move to the other side of the bed. Place a pillow under the patient's head and another between his legs. Position the patient's near arm toward you. Grasp the far side of the patient's body with your hands evenly distributed from the shoulder to the thigh. On the count of three, roll the patient to a lateral position, rocking backward onto your heels. Place pillows in front of and behind the patient's trunk to support his alignment in the lateral position. Provide for the patient's comfort and safety. 1) Position the call bell. 2) Place personal items within reach. 3) Be sure the side rails are up and secure.