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AccuMax Quantum™
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AccuMax Quantum™ VPC Mattress Clinically proven to help prevent and treat pressure ulcers

AccuMax Quantum™ VPC surface delivers clinically effective performance. Non-powered customized therapy Controlled Released™ technology enables automatic response to patient movement, creating custom pressure relief. As pressure changes, intake/output valves release displaced air to achieve a therapeutic low pressure balance. Lower interface pressures Viscoelastic foam contours to patient’s unique body shape, increasing envelopment, helping to lower interface pressures and reduce the risk of pressure ulcers. Powered Alternating Pressure Therapy When connected to the control unit, the Accumax...

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Proven Outcomes AccuMax Quantum™ surfaces helped decrease facility-acquired pressure ulcers by 61.5% over an eight month time period in a study at St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet, IL.1 After implementation of a support surface like AccuMax Quantum™ surface, facility-acquired pressure ulcer rates decreased to an average of 2.7% (including stage 1) and 2.07% (excluding stage 1).2 AccuMax Quantum™ VPC surface technology helps to provide low interface pressure readings for a wide range of patient weights3 Representative sample for supine patient at weight indicated. Pressure results will vary...

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AccuMax Quantum™ VPC surface combines multiple technologies to provide targeted and customized pressure redistribution for optimal patient support. Additional foam layer Alternating pressure provides improved pressure redistribution Firm side bolsters Horizontally oriented air sectors evenly distribute patient’s weight Controlled Release™ valve technology provides consistent pressure redistribution

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Two way stretch ticking helps with patient immersion while providing stain resistance Features an additive that helps prevent the growth of harmful microbes Visco-elastic foam top layer Patented Heel Pillow™ and heel gradient* Heavy duty vinyl bottom cover, durable and easy to clean

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AccuMax Quantum™ VPC surfaces are designed to fit a variety of frames.

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VersaCare® bed frame: • Unique pan design, precision die-cut construction of heel section creates a wider pressure relief area and allows mattress to extend or retract with bed frame • Seven horizontally oriented air sectors and four anatomically inspired pressure relief zones CareAssist® ES bed frame: • Bevelled side edges and modified head and foot ends to accommodate the CareAssist® ES bed frame • Nine horizontally oriented air sectors and six anatomically inspired pressure relief zones Progressa® bed frame with prevention surface: (dining chair model only): • Expansion folds and...

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Hill-Rom is a leading global medical technology company with more than 7,000 employees worldwide. We partner with health care providers in more than 100 countries by focusing on patient care solutions that improve clinical and economic outcomes in five core areas: Advancing Mobility, Wound Care and Prevention, Clinical Workflow, Surgical Safety and Efficiency, and Respiratory Health. Around the world, Hill-Rom’s people, products, and programs work towards one mission: Enhancing outcomes for patients and their caregivers. ® 1. Strilko, Becky RN, CWOCN, et al. May/June 2005. Effects of a...

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