Upgrade the Bed
What braden score qualifies the patient for an upgrade?
<18
This bed provides a mattress with a blower for constant dryness
Auralis with Skin IQ
This bed is for patients <500lbs with no moisture complications
Auralis with NO skin IQ
This bed is for a patient >500lbs with moisture reduction needs only
Citadel Plus with MaxxAir
What needs to be done to a prophylactic sacral mepilex QShift?
Assessment of underlying skin
Change Daily and PRN
What medications qualify a patient for an upgrade?
vasopressors, chemotherapy, longterm steroid use, thrombolytics/fibrinolytics (reprofusion)
This bed provides a surface that does not need constant dryness
Auralis
This bed is made for a patient <500lbs who stayed in the ICU >2days without fall risk
Citadel
This bed is for a patient >500lbs with pressure reduction needs only
Citadel Plus with Auralis Plus
**baffles on bed to extend surface area**
What can incontinence be managed with?
Q2 toileting, PrimaFit/PrimoFit, incontinence chux
**think about risk factors of heat, moisture, and decreased movement**
What comorbidities qualify a patient for a specialty bed?
cardiac, neurological, vascular, diabetes, ESRD, sensory issues
This bed is made for patients <300lbs with moisture related challenges
First Step Cirrus Overlay
*warmer on the bed to help with dryness*
This bed is made for a patient <500lbs who stayed in the ICU <2days without fall risk
Auralis with skin IQ or Citadel
This bed is for a patient >500lbs with NO moisture reduction or pressure reduction needs
Citadel Plus with standard mattress
The am-PAC score (activity measure-post acute care) (assessed QShift) helps to generate what type of goals for the patient?
Mobility goals
How long should the patient be admitted to consider a specialty bed upgrade?
>2 days
**on admission**
What can be offered for PO intake and nutritional needs for at-risk patients?
dietary supplements, protein-rich food
*Protein brownie/cookie
*Magic Cup
*Boost milkshake