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The Egerton Convertible II and the Elite 3 bed system
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|January 7, 1996
Summary
The Convertible II offers low air loss bed features at a lower cost, aiding in pressure sore management. Patient allocation to support surfaces can be improved using pressure sore risk assessment scores.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Wound Care Technology
- Patient Support Surfaces
Background:
- Low air loss (LAL) bed systems are effective for severe pressure sores but costly.
- The Convertible II aims to provide LAL bed benefits at a reduced price point.
- It functions as a versatile mattress replacement compatible with various bed frames.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the Convertible II as a cost-effective alternative to traditional LAL beds.
- To describe the components and functionality of the Elite 3 bed system.
- To discuss the optimal allocation of patients to different support surfaces.
Main Methods:
- Review of the Convertible II mattress and its integration into the Elite 3 bed system.
- Comparison of the Convertible II (Mattress 3) with other Elite 3 mattresses (Mattress 1: static air, Mattress 2: alternating pressure).
- Discussion of the role of pressure sore risk assessment in patient-device matching.
Main Results:
- The Convertible II offers LAL bed features at a significantly lower cost.
- The Elite 3 system provides a range of mattress options (static, alternating pressure, LAL-like).
- Pressure sore risk assessment scores can guide the selection of appropriate support surfaces.
Conclusions:
- The Convertible II presents a viable, more affordable option for pressure sore management.
- The Elite 3 system offers a tiered approach to patient support based on risk.
- Utilizing risk assessment scores enhances the effective deployment of pressure-relieving technologies.