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Patient Comfort and Safety: What is a Knee Gatch Used For?

Proper patient positioning is crucial, as immobile patients can develop pressure ulcers in as little as two hours. A key tool in preventing this is the knee gatch. So, what is a knee gatch used for? It's a feature on adjustable beds that elevates the knees.

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