Infection control
Self-sealing valves help maintain pressure so the mattress stays inflated even if a cell is removed for cleaning or repair. Individual cells can be removed so that the entire mattress may be easily cleaned.
PREVENTION OF HOSPITAL AQUIRED INFECTIONS
Efficient infection control is supported by the construction of removable cells of the mattress which enables ease of cleaning.
CHALLENGES
- HAIs are the most deadly and costly adverse event, representing up to 6% of public hospital budgets (1)
- Cleaning and checking mattress inside and cover on discharge or weekly (2)
Solution
Mattress cover
The mattress cover is vapor permeable and water resistant. The zipper is covered to prevent the ingress of dirt or fluids.
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1.OECD/European. Health care-associated infections. Union Health at a Glance: Europe 2020: State of Health in the EU Cycle. OECD Publishing. 2020 Nov 19. doi:10.1787/82129230-en. Available online: https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/sites/4af33743-en/index.html?itemId=/content/component/4af33743-en
2.NHS Lothian. Infection Prevention & Control: Mattress Checking Procedure. 2020 Sept 07. [Cited: 2022 Nov 23] Available online: https://policyonline.nhslothian.scot/Policies/Procedure/Mattress%20Checking%20Procedure.pdf