Pressure Redistribution; Shear And Friction Reduction; Indications For Use; Pain Management - Joerns P.R.O. Matt Plus Manual De Servicio

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Shear and Friction Reduction

Shearing occurs when the skin is stationary in relation
to the support surface, while the underlying tissues
and vessels are stretched and damaged. When a
patient's skin rubs against another surface the result
is friction. The P.R.O. Matt
constructed of a breathable, non-plasticizing/moisture-
proof nylon with a scratch-resistant rubber backing
with low friction and shear properties to protect the
patient's skin from these damaging forces.

Indications for Use

Pressure Redistribution

Pressure Injuries Rehabilitation
Neurology Dermatology
Burns Amputations
The selection of a pressure redistribution surface
should be based on each individual patient's clinical
condition or diagnosis and co-morbidities. The P.R.O.
Matt Plus provides average pressure readings well
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below capillary closure levels and allows for adequate
perfusion to promote healing.
In the non-powered mode, the P.R.O. Matt Plus design
allows the provision of optimal interface pressures
through controlled air cell inflation for at-risk patients
in the prevention and treatment of Stage 1 and 2
pressure injuries and treatment of uncomplicated
Stage 3 and 4 injuries in patients with multiple turning
surfaces. For Stage 3 and/or Stage 4 treatment, care
staff should be able to position the patient off of the
pressure wound in at least 2 positions.
In the powered alternating pressure mode, the P.R.O.
Matt Plus adds the benefit of cyclic offloading for
advanced treatment of uncomplicated Stage 3 or
4 pressure injuries for patients where such therapy
may improve pressure redistribution and circulation.
In all cases, Joerns clinical indications are guidelines
and should be taken only as recommendations for
consideration during individual patient assessment by
the clinician.
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Pain Management

AIDS Arthritis
Oncology
The P.R.O. Matt Plus provides uniform distribution of
weight over a wide surface area, which redistributes
pressure over bony prominences providing a
comfortable, soft, gentle therapy surface to lie on. For
patients experiencing severe pain and discomfort due
to pressure and/or positioning limitations, consider the
P.R.O. Matt Plus as an adjunct to pain management
interventions.
Note: The above are conditions and diagnoses
for which the P.R.O. Matt Plus may be indicated.
Occasionally, there are orthopedic and neurological
patients that require body positioning to be maintained
in specific alignment. The P.R.O. Matt Plus has
safety features and an inner therapy core to prevent
deflation of the therapy cells and to keep your patients
in flotation at all times. However, in the event of a
puncture or malfunction, the therapy cells may deflate
and may not provide the necessary alignment. The
use of the P.R.O. Matt Plus for these patients should
be considered on an individual basis and discussed
with the attending physician.

Intended Users

The Mattress System is intended for use by those who
are youth to geriatric. The control unit should not be
operated by the patient.
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