Surface
  • High specification foam mattress for patients who are assessed at
  • being at high risk of developing a pressure ulcer
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  • Use a dynamic support surface if the patient has a pressure ulcer
  • or the foam is not sufficient to redistribute pressure
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  • A pressure reliving mattress does not replace repositioning the
  • patient
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  • Provide a pressure relieving cushion for patients who are at risk  
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    NICE, 2014