Exploring the acceptability of using low-friction bedding for patients with burns: Qualitative results from the SILKIE study

Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
K WhaleA E Young

Abstract

Skin grafts following deep burns are needed to ensure healing. Grafts that fail and require re-grafting cause significant distress to patients and additional costs for the NHS. Shearing, which leads to graft loss, may be reduced through the use of low-friction bedding. A feasibility study was conducted to assess proof of concept for the use of low-friction bedding for patients with burns. Patient, parent and staff views on the acceptability of this material were explored through semi-structured interviews. Patient views were gathered through telephone interviews (n=17; 11 adult patients and 6 parents of child patients). One patient completed the questionnaire in written form because of hearing difficulties. Staff views were gathered at two time points: at the start of the study through open-ended questionnaires (n=20) and at the end of the study through focus group (n=12) and telephone interviews (n=3). Data were analysed using framework analysis. Three themes were identified describing both patient and staff views of the sheets: Slippery feel of the sheets; leaking wounds and sheet changes; and movement and friction. Overall patients' views of the sheets were positive; they were comfortable to use the sheets and experienced re...Continue Reading

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