Offloading can be achieved through various methods, including:
1. Repositioning: Regularly changing the patient's position to redistribute pressure. Nurses should reposition bedridden patients at least every two hours. 2. Support Surfaces: Using specialized mattresses, cushions, and overlays designed to reduce pressure. These can include foam, gel, or air-filled devices. 3. Heel Protectors and Footwear: Using devices that lift the heels off the bed or using specialized footwear to reduce pressure on the feet. 4. Seating Adjustments: Ensuring proper seating posture and using pressure-relieving cushions for wheelchair users.
