- Clients identified to be at risk for developing a pressure ulcer should be resting on a pressure management surface such as a high-specification foam pressure redistribution mattress
- Support surfaces are now divided into two main categories:
- Reactive support surface - “A powered or non-powered support surface with the capability to change its load distribution properties only in response to applied load”
- Active support surface - “A powered surface with the capability to change its load distribution properties, with or without applied load”
- Thorough and frequent skin assessments should be conducted for evidence of tissue damage
- To view the Support Surface Selection Tool click here
Clinical Management
Risk Assessment and Prevention of Pressure Ulcers
Point of Care Resources
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