Comparison of interface pressures measured at the sacrum while resting upon two types of foam mattresses and between platilon and plastic mattress covers.
We investigated the pressure-redistributing characteristics of a 5-inch foam mattress compared with the Clinifloat slotted mattress fitted with a Platilon cover or with a tight-fitting plastic cover. We confirmed earlier work showing that a loose-fitting cover is necessary for the effectiveness of the slotted mattress.
Clark
M
M
Nursing Practice Research Unit, University of Surrey, Guildford.
Andrews
J
J
D001513:Beds; D006801:Humans; D011312:Pressure; D012447:Sacrum / Q000502:physiology*