Fox C. The Softform pressure-reducing mattress for high-risk patients.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF NURSING (MARK ALLEN PUBLISHING) 1997;
6:1197-200. [PMID:
9423360 DOI:
10.12968/bjon.1997.6.20.1197]
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Abstract
This article highlights the fundamental difference between pressure-relief and pressure-reduction. The limitations of the conventional hospital mattress will be discussed in terms of lack of support properties and life expectancy. The need for a coordinated mattress replacement programme will be outlined and the advantages of the Softform pressure-reducing mattress will be described in detail.
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