Product Selection Decision Tree Cushions
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Product Selection Decision Tree Sample Risk Assessment Indicators: • Limited ability to reposition self • Braden score of 18 or less • Braden Activity subscore of 1–3 • Braden Mobility subscore of 1 or 2 • Existing or history of pressure injuries Is the patient at risk for a Pressure Injury while in a chair? Is the patient able to reposition self independently in chair Encourage frequent position shifts while in chair Encourage frequent position shifts while in chair • While seated in a chair, position shifts should be made every 15–30 minutes or per individualized schedule • Avoid direct contact between skin and product by using a pillowcase, sheet or a breathable underpad • Do not add or remove air from pre-inflated cushions • Consider WAFFLE Cushion, Extra Large if needed • Send WAFFLE Cushion with patient at discharge NO NO YES YES 6/21–REV 3 250 N. Belmont Avenue • Indianapolis, IN 46222 • 888.899.5553 • EHOB.com Cushions Order the WAFFLE® Cushion, Small (up to 100 lbs.) Order the WAFFLE® Cushion Medium or Large (up to 300 lbs.) Order the WAFFLE® Cushion, Extra Large (up to 700 lbs.)
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Product Selection Decision Tree
Sample Risk Assessment Indicators: • Limited ability to reposition self • Braden score of 18 or less • Braden Activity subscore of 1–3 • Braden Mobility subscore of 1 or 2 • Existing or history of pressure injuries
Is the patient at risk for a Pressure Injury while in a
chair?
Is the patient able to reposition
self independently in chair
Encourage frequent position
shifts while in chair
Encourage frequent position
shifts while in chair
• While seated in a chair, position shifts should be made every 15–30 minutes or per individualized schedule • Avoid direct contact between skin and product by using a pillowcase, sheet or a breathable underpad • Do not add or remove air from pre-inflated cushions • Consider WAFFLE Cushion, Extra Large if needed • Send WAFFLE Cushion with patient at discharge
NO
NO
YES
YES
6/21–REV 3
250 N. Belmont Avenue • Indianapolis, IN 46222 • 888.899.5553 • EHOB.com
Cushions
Order the WAFFLE® Cushion, Small (up to 100 lbs.)
Order the WAFFLE® Cushion Medium or Large
(up to 300 lbs.)
Order the WAFFLE® Cushion, Extra Large (up to 700 lbs.)
