Short Description

This is a bed pad designed to increase patient comfort and provide low level of pressure area care. It is made from Comforel which is soft, fluffy, springy and highly resilient fibre which is structured in a spherical shape for optimal conformability to body contours. The compressions recover quickly and can also be re-fluffed between use.

Options

Weldable seams

Models

Available in bariatric widths

More Details

- Suitable for hospital, nursing home, rehabilitation and private home community use
- It is suitable for people receiving palliative care who require high comfort levels when laying in bed.

Structure
- Made from synthetic Comforel fibre

Attachment
Mattress overlay:
Is placed on top of any base mattress on profiling / non - profiling bed frames

Cover
- Removable for laundering and fitted to under mattress with zip.
- Dartex material: Washable, anti-static, anti-allergenic, biocompatibility, breathable, fire retardant, two way stretch, waterproof, weldable seams(optional) and easy to slide patient up and down the mattress on the smooth top cover surface finish reducing shear and friction.

Customised features
- Can be customised to fit any non single beds e.g. King, King-single, Queen, etc.Partners can still sleep comfortably beside one another.

Safety features
Does not impede CPR

Cleaning requirements
Mattress
Using a sponge with hot water at 60 degrees C and with a 10:1 mixture of sodium hypochlorite/detergent (bleach) clean the product in order; removing excess cleaning liquid after each step.
the top of the mattress
Sides and under side;
Dry thoroughly using single use clean paper towels

Maintenance
N/A

Factors To Consider

1. All pressure reduction products must be monitored to prevent any 'bottoming out'. This occurs when the user's weight bears down so hard on the product material that it is flattened and the bony prominences are pressed against the surface below the mattress or seating cushion. Where bottoming out occurs even with correct use (e.g. correct inflation levels), a different product may need to be used. User weights can change over time and the weight limit including linen on bed ,etc should not exceed the recommended product safe working load limit.
2. If non-blanchable erytheme (redness) is observed either reposition the patient more frequently or upgrade to a higher level support surface.

Standards

Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp

Place Of Manufacture

NSW Australia