CHE Support Surface Advisor

Does the resident have pressure ulcers?
YES

Is the resident currently on a treatment surface?
NO

Does the resident need assistance turning?
(coma, pulmonary edema, respiratory failure with intubation, etc.)
NO

Does the resident have excessive skin moisture?
(edema, swelling, diaphoresis, incontinence)
(If answer is YES, then see below.)

DISCLAIMER

This tool is intended to be used as a guide prior to consultation with the patient’s physician and wound care team regarding a patient’s condition. This tool in no way supersedes the physician directives, treatment guidelines, or established facility guidelines. Always consult a physician prior to selection of a support surface.

Does the resident have pressure ulcers? YES

Is the resident currently on a treatment surface? NO

Does the resident need assistance turning? (coma, pulmonary edema, respiratory failure with intubation, etc.) NO

Does the resident have excessive skin moisture? (edema, swelling, diaphoresis, incontinence) (If answer is YES, then see below.)

Does the resident have pressure ulcers?
YES

Is the resident currently on a treatment surface?
NO

Does the resident need assistance turning?
(coma, pulmonary edema, respiratory failure with intubation, etc.)
NO

Does the resident have excessive skin moisture?
(edema, swelling, diaphoresis, incontinence)
(If answer is YES, then see below.)