DermaFloat LAL User Manual - Joerns

Joerns ® Support SurfacesDermaFloat ® LALto Autofirm in approximately 12 minutes or you canmanually return to therapy mode once resident hasbeen repositioned.Unless counter indicated, it is desirable to keep theback section of the bed in the flat position to provideoptimal pressure redistribution and minimize the risk ofshearing injuries.Elevating Resident into Sitting PositionThe special properties of the DermaFloat ® LAL therapypad reduce the opportunity for shear and friction thatmay occur when raising the back section of other bedsystems. As with any surface, sliding can be expected;therefore, residents should be repositioned afterelevation. The knee gatch or knee section of the bedmay be elevated first, to help prevent the resident fromsliding when the back section is elevated.IncontinenceMoisture against the skin surface leads to maceration,or softening of the tissues. To prevent maceration, werecommend you use an incontinence barrier pad toabsorb the excess moisture.In the event of incontinence or excess drainage on thetherapy pad, you should wipe off the excess fluid fromthe bed surface.Safety InformationResident MigrationSpecialty bed products are designed to reduce/redistribute pressure and the shearing/friction forceson the resident’s skin. The risk of gradual movementand/or sinking into hazardous positions of entrapmentand/or inadvertent bed exit may be increased due tothe nature of these products.TractionWith any traction or unstable fractures, maintainphysician-directed angle of articulation and guardagainst risks of resident migration or inadvertentdeflation of resident surface.Skin CareMonitor skin conditions regularly, particularly in areaswhere incontinence and drainage occur or collect,and consider adjunct or alternative therapies for highacuity residents. Early intervention may be essential topreventing serious skin breakdown.Bed HeightTo minimize the risks of falls or injury the residentsurface should always be in the lowest practicalposition when the resident is unattended. Make sureareas under and around the frame are clear of objects,persons and parts of body before adjusting height.CleaningWarning: Unplug the control unit from its powersource. Failure to do so could result in personal injuryor equipment damage.Warning: Do not expose the unit to excessivemoisture that would allow for liquid pooling. Personalinjury or equipment damage could occur.Caution: Do not use harsh cleansers/detergents, suchas scouring pads and heavy-duty grease removers, orsolvents, such as acetone. Equipment damage couldoccur.Control UnitWipe off dust. If necessary, clean the housing exteriorwith a disinfectant solution or a mild detergent and adamp cloth. Then wipe dry.General CleaningIf there is no visible soilage with possible body fluids,we recommend that you clean the mattress systemwith a mild detergent and warm water. If disinfectionis desired, you may use a combination cleanser/disinfectant as explained in “Disinfecting” area.• Resident care equipment that does not come incontact with mucous membranes or non-contact skinrequires low-level disinfection. Wiping surfaces witha properly prepared detergent or disinfectant carriesout low level disinfecting.• Processing of dirty resident care equipment shouldtake place in a designated area away from clean orsterile supplies and food preparation areas.• Detergent/disinfectants should not be mixed withother germicides or detergents. Using the properdilution ensures the most effective killing power ofthe disinfectant.• Wash hands often and well, including after removalof gloves.• Resident care equipment that is used in isolationareas should be disinfected in accordance with allinternal policies and procedures regarding suchequipment.10