Waffle Overlay And Cushion

Question 1

Antimicrobial

Answer 1

Capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms

Question 2

Microclimate

Answer 2

the temperature, humidity, pH and air movement at a particular level, usually an interface between two systems, e.g. ground and air, skin and air.

Question 3

Microclimate importance

Answer 3

One degree Celsius is all it takes to raise a patients metabolic demand by 10 to 13%. This increased need for oxygen and energy in a patient with compromised skin, significantly increases their RISK for pressure injury development.

Question 4

Patient Risk - microclimate

Answer 4

When patient heats up, their bodies will sweat. Trapped heat and moisture can damage fragile skin.

Question 5

Facility risk - microclimate

Answer 5

PI are expensive. Stage 3 & 4 can cost up to $70,000. Lowering the risk from the beginning is the best way to keep costs down and maintain good patient outcomes. And protecting patients with the proper cushion while seated is key.

Question 6

NPUAP - microclimate

Answer 6

Select a cushion and cover that permit air exchange to minimize temp and moisture at the buttock interface.

Question 7

Antimicrobial agents

Answer 7

Cushion and Overlay material won’t rub off with use. patient receive a protective barrier between them and the cushion and overlay.

Question 8

Hole through and through

Answer 8

Cushion and overlay help dissipate heat and promote good air exchange. In addition, the holes stretches to minimize soft tissue distortion and shear.

Question 9

NPUAP - overlay

Answer 9

Consider replacing the mattress with a support surface that provides more effective pressure redistribution, shear reduction, and microclimate control.

Question 10

NPUAP - immersion

Answer 10

Immersion and envelopment was deemed particularly important upon egress or ingress of the patient

Question 11

Waffle vs Low air loss (LAL)

Answer 11

Waffle is 4.3 degree F cooler than LAL at average temp. Waffle is 4.8 degree F than LAL at peak temp