Summary of Cushion Compatibility with NPUAP Ulcer Stages

This document provides a reference table linking various cushion models to the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) ulcer stages they are suitable for. The NPUAP ulcer stages range from 1 to 4, indicating increasing severity of pressure ulcers.

Key Sections and Information

1. Cushion Models and Corresponding Ulcer Stages

• Easy Pad: Suitable for Stage 1 ulcers.
• Smate: Suitable for Stage 1 ulcers.
• CareMate: Suitable for Stages 1 and 2.
• Dr. Prelease: Suitable for Stages 1 and 2.
• Enjoy: Suitable for Stages 1 and 2.
• Comfort: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, and 3.
• Suit: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4.
• Comfort Plus: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4.
• iCare: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4.
• Traveler: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4.
• iTraveler: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4.
• Breeze: Suitable for Stages 1, 2, 3, and 4.

2. Interpretation and Recommendations

The table indicates that simpler cushions like Easy Pad and Smate are intended for early-stage ulcers (Stage 1), while more advanced cushions such as Suit, Comfort Plus, iCare, Traveler, iTraveler, and Breeze are designed to support patients with more severe ulcers up to Stage 4.

This classification assists healthcare providers in selecting appropriate cushioning solutions based on the severity of pressure ulcers, promoting better patient care and pressure management.