What pressure area prevention devices are available?
There are a number of support surfaces and pressure area preventative devices available. You may be aware of some of the equipment your service currently uses.
There is equipment to reduce the pressure that parts of the body experience, these include:
- gel, foam, water and air mattresses
- alternating pressure pads
- alternating pressure mattresses.
List the pressure area prevention equipment you are familiar with.
Talk to a colleague to check that your list is complete.
Are you familiar with how the various pieces of equipment should be used? Ask for training if you are unsure about using a particular piece of equipment.
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