Can a prolonged healing pressure injury be benefited by using an AI mattress? A case study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pressure injuries are a common and serious issue for bedridden residents in long-term-care facilities. Areas of bony prominences, such as the scapula, sacrum, and heels, are more likely to develop pressure injuries. The management of pressure injury wounds include dressing changes, repositioning, away from moisture, decreasing the occurrence of friction and shear, and more. Some supportive surfaces are also used for pressure injury cases such as gel pads, alternating pressure air mattresses, and air-fluidized beds. The aim of this case study was to determine whether the use of an artificial intelligent mattress can improve a nursing home resident with prolonged pressure injury.

Case presentation

A retrospective study design was conducted for this case study. A 79-

SUBMITTER: Ni TF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10986049 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature