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Head Prevention Bundle
Comprehensive care for unparalleled head protection, with an innovative dressing and fluidized positioners.
Sacrum Prevention BundleMepilex® Lite 12.5x12.5cm I Z‑Flo™ Fluidized Positioner
The Head Prevention Bundle combines the qualities of Mepilex® Lite 12.5x12.5cm and the Z‑Flo™ Fluidized Positioner.The Mepilex Lite 12.5x12.5cm dressing reduces the risks of medical device-related pressure injuries1,2.
While the Z‑Flo Fluidized Positioner minimises exposure to peak stresses3, resulting in a significant reduction in occipital and ear pressure injuries. This bundle offers a comprehensive solution for protecting the head to promoting healing and enhancing patient comfort.
Mepilex Lite 12.5x12.5cm
FRONT OF HEAD
The Mepilex Lite 12.5x12.5 cm dressing is a cutting-edge product specifically designed to reduce the risks of device-related pressure injuries1,2. With its innovative features, it offers unparalleled protection and comfort, ensuring comprehensive coverage for critical areas.
Z-Flo Fluidized Positioner
Provides the ability to completely offload the heels by allowing the heels to ‘float’ and redistribute pressure along the lower legs.
Z-Flo Fluidized Positioner increases the contact surface area and conforms to the patient's body, responding three-dimensionally without predisposition to any shape.
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References
- Boesch RP, Myers C, Garrett T, Nie A, Thomas N, Chima A, McPhail GL, Ednick M, Rutter MJ, Dressman K. Prevention of tracheostomy-related pressure ulcers in children. Pediatrics. 2012 Mar;129(3):e792-797.
- Peko Cohen L, Ovadia-Blechman Z, Hoffer O, Gefen A. Dressings cut to shape alleviate facial tissue loads while using an oxygen mask. Int Wound J. 2019 Jun;16(3):813-826.
- Katzengold R, Gefen A. What makes a good head positioner for preventing occipital pressure ulcers. Int Wound J. 2018 Apr;15(2):243-249.
- Barakat-Johnson M, Lai M, Gefen A, Coyer F. Evaluation of a fluidised positioner to reduce occipital pressure injuries in intensive care patients: A pilot study. Int Wound J. 2019 Apr;16(2):424-432.
- Famorca MM, Boyes C and Peworski C. Not my head, please! Preventing hospital-acquired pressure injury to the occiput and ear. Mayo Clinic. Poster Presentation: NPIAP. Houston, TX. 2020.