Product description
**Underpads**, also known as **chux pads** or **bed pads**, are absorbent medical products used in healthcare settings to protect bedding, furniture, or surfaces from moisture, bodily fluids, and contaminants. They are often used for patients who are bedridden, incontinent, or undergoing certain medical treatments. These pads help maintain hygiene and comfort while preventing skin irritation, infections, and the spread of contaminants.
### Key Features and Uses of Underpads in Medical Settings:
1. **Incontinence Protection**:
- Underpads are commonly used for patients with incontinence, including those suffering from urinary or fecal incontinence. They absorb moisture and protect mattresses, chairs, and other surfaces from leakage.
2. **Bedridden Patients**:
- For patients who are confined to bed for extended periods (e.g., in long-term care, rehabilitation, or palliative care), underpads are placed beneath them to absorb bodily fluids and prevent skin breakdown or pressure ulcers due to prolonged moisture exposure.
- Underpads are often used to manage wounds and surgical sites, as they provide a clean surface and absorb any drainage, helping to keep the bed or other areas dry and free from infection.
4. **Comfort and Hygiene**:
- They help maintain comfort and cleanliness, particularly for elderly patients, people with disabilities, or those in post-operative care, reducing the need for frequent linen changes.
5. **Protection During Medical Procedures**:
- Underpads are also used in clinical settings, such as during examinations, labor and delivery, or minor procedures, to absorb fluids and protect surfaces from contamination.
Underpads are essential for maintaining hygiene, preventing skin irritation, and protecting surfaces from moisture and contaminants in various medical environments. They are commonly used in the care of incontinent patients, bedridden individuals, and during post-surgical recovery to provide comfort and cleanliness.