Does the resident have pressure ulcers?
Is the resident currently on a treatment surface?
YES
Is the resident currently on a dual therapy treatment surface?
NO
Does the resident need assistance turning?
(coma, pulmonary edema, respiratory failure with intubation, etc.)
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.