Our alternating pressure mattresses category is full of mattresses which are designed to help fight against pressure ulcers.
Airflow mattress nhs.
When a bottom sheet is added to the mattress ensure that it is left loose to allow the mattress surface to conform with the patient s body as much as possible.
Once inflated the system will automatically default to medium comfort setting 3.
When completed this mattress audit tool should be retained for evidence purposes.
Alternating air flow mattresses active surface also known as air flow mattresses alternating pressure mattresses relieve and redistribute pressure through a dynamic lying surface.
Alternating pressure sore mattresses are assembled with a row of lateral air cells that constantly alternate.
If you have a more serious ulcer you ll need a more sophisticated mattress or bed system such as a mattress connected to a pump that delivers a constant flow of air.
Allow the mattress to inflate before positioning the patient on the mattress.
The action of the patient s own weight on the airflow mattress encourages air to move in.
Minimise the risk of pressure ulcers with an alternating pressure mattress as shown below.
The acclaim flow hybrid mattress uses a combination of air cells and specialist foams to form a mattress surface capable of pressure reduction across a wide range of healthcare environments providing effective prevention and treatment for presure ulcers.
We have a great selection of pressure relief mattresses alternating mattresses air flow mattresses memory foam mattresses and pressure relief overlays.
Mattresses should be individually numbered for identification purposes using an indelible pen.
Pressure ulcer risk assessment and prevention including the use of pressure relieving devices beds mattresses and overlays for the prevention of pressure ulcers in primary and secondary care.
Each mattress and cover if applicable should be reviewed on a monthly basis and in accordance with manufacturer s instructions.
Pressure relief mattresses are designed to be used on both standard and profiling beds.
Pressure relief alternating air mattress systems.
We offer many different kinds of alternating pressure mattress and many are suitable for people with a high risk of pressure ulcers.
Our extensive range of pressure relief alternating air mattress systems are designed for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers in medium to very high risk patients.
Welcome to the full range of pressure relief mattresses from health and care.
