Pulse compression
Pulse compression is a good alternative (e.g. for more restless patients).
The procedure is the same as for calf wraps/wet socks. Cotton or terry towels are used instead of socks or tea towels. Wring them out well and wrap them firmly around the pulse points of the wrists and ankles. Fix them in place with a cloth. Replace the pulse wraps when they grow warm.A fever that does not go down requires a consultation with the family doctor.
Application Area:
- Fever
Ingredients:
- Bath towel (as bed protection)
- 4 towels
- 4 cotton or terrycloth washcloths
- Water (tempered)
The person with a fever must have warm feet and calves. Cover the feet and calves with the bed protector and towelling.
Pour tempered water into a basin. Place the washcloths in the water and wring them out. Wring them out well and wrap them tightly around the pulse points of the wrists and ankles. Then cover with the towelling cloth.
Change the wraps before they become warm and dry (after five to ten minutes). Wash the wrapping cloths thoroughly under running water before reuse.
Lower the water temperature by a few degrees before each reuse. Repeat the application, depending on how high the fever is, up to a maximum of 60 minutes, then take a break.
Make sure the feet and calves do not get cold. There is a risk of hypothermia, particularly in infants and young children.
