title: Improtec R Barrier: a mattress cover which does not break down.
abstract: Mattress cover material breakdown in the clinical setting has been a recognized problem for over 10 years. Shortly following disruption to the surface integrity, mattresses become contaminated with body fluids, which leads to bottoming-out of the foam, putting patients at increased risk of infection and pressure ulcer formation. Collaboration between manufacturers and clinicians has produced a product that should stand up to the rigours of the healthcare market, providing safety for patients and value for money as a result of extended mattress life.
authors.affiliation: Infection Control and Tissue Viability, Northern Devon Healthcare Trust.
authors.forename: Andrew
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Kingsley
mesh_terms: D001512:Bedding and Linens / Q000592:standards; D001513:Beds / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D009731:Nursing Audit; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000451:nursing*; D014022:Tissue Survival; D014946:Wound Infection / Q000451:nursing*