Each mattress and cover if applicable should be reviewed on a monthly basis and in accordance with manufacturer s instructions.
Airflow mattress nhs.
We have a great selection of pressure relief mattresses alternating mattresses air flow mattresses memory foam mattresses and pressure relief overlays.
Our alternating pressure mattresses category is full of mattresses which are designed to help fight against pressure ulcers.
The action of the patient s own weight on the airflow mattress encourages air to move in.
Mattresses should be individually numbered for identification purposes using an indelible pen.
When completed this mattress audit tool should be retained for evidence purposes.
10 latitudinal air cells are encased in foam.
Pressure relief mattresses are designed to be used on both standard and profiling beds.
Alternating pressure sore mattresses are assembled with a row of lateral air cells that constantly alternate.
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.
Welcome to the full range of pressure relief mattresses from health and care.
Minimise the risk of pressure ulcers with an alternating pressure mattress as shown below.
Allow the mattress to inflate before positioning the patient on the mattress.
Once inflated the system will automatically default to medium comfort setting 3.
Pressure relief alternating air mattress systems.
The pressure relief range features overlay mattresses and replacement mattresses complete mattress.
Alternating air flow mattresses active surface also known as air flow mattresses alternating pressure mattresses relieve and redistribute pressure through a dynamic lying surface.
We offer many different kinds of alternating pressure mattress and many are suitable for people with a high risk of pressure ulcers.
Mattresses and cushions if you re at risk of getting pressure ulcers or have a minor ulcer your care team will recommend a specially designed static foam or dynamic mattress.
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.