Table 2.
Respondents' view on what WFGs are
| Responses | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| No response | 52 | 20.8 |
| Glove used for patients likely to develop pressure area | 25 | 10.0 |
| To prevent ulcer over bony prominence | 29 | 11.6 |
| Water glove to prevent pressure sore | 55 | 22.0 |
| Sterile or conform glove filled with water and tied to prevent pouring away and place under heels | 68 | 27.2 |
| Glove filled with water to prevent ulcer at pressure point | 14 | 5.6 |
| Latex gloves filled with water | 6 | 2.4 |
| Its used to aid circulation thus preventing ulcer | 1 | 0.4 |
| Total | 250 | 100.0 |
WFGs, water‐filled gloves.