title: The new QUATTRO PLUS mattress replacement system.
abstract: Since the early development of alternating pressure air mattresses (APAMs) there have been regular alterations in design. These designs have led to improved reliability and performance. This article outlines the changes made by Talley Medical to the QUATTRO PLUS replacement mattress. Improved safety features and design modifications continue the process commenced many years ago which has seen the use of alternating pressure air mattresses become widespread throughout the UK.
authors.affiliation: Department of Tissue Viability, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Aberdeen.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Gray
mesh_terms: D001513:Beds; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control*