Icon AMS7 Medium Care Mattress Surround
Icon AMS7 Medium Care Air Mattress Surround
The AMS7 Icon range provides additional width and/or length to Alternating Air Support Surfaces to meet bed surface size requirements. Utilising the proven Forté Icon Triple Layer Pressure Care Foam Core, the AMS7 series is a versatile surface that enhances the functionality of an Alternating Surface. The AMS7 Icon range is an effective partner mattress, allowing 2 persons to utilise the surface with the integration of the Air System. An extensive variety of configurations are available providing for a wide range of patient needs and requirements. The Icon AMS7 is manufactured to suit both Full Replacement and Overlay Surfaces.
Features
ICON TRIPLE LAYERED CORE
- Airoform memory breathe immersion interface layer provides exceptional comfort, support for repositioning and patient care
- Deluxe grade comfort/support mid-layer
- Premium firm foundation layer provides protection against ‘bottoming-out’ during transfer, repositioning and whilst in the inclined/fowler position
- Foam conforms to AS/NZS 4088.1 (Int):1993 and FMVSS302 & SAE T2002
- Anti-microbial treatment applied to foam maximises longevity and core micro-climate
PREMIUM FIRM FOUNDATION LAYER AND HINGED STRENGTHENED SIDES
- Provides protection against ‘bottoming-out’ during transfer, repositioning and whilst in the inclined/fowler position
- Provides exceptional comfort, support for repositioning and patient care
- Increase lateral stability of support surface
- Improves patient safety and encourages central patient positioning
- Make patient transfers easier
- Unique hinge profile reduces foam fatigue and allow mattress to easily conform to varied bed positions
COMPATIBLE WITH CPR FUNCTION
- Provides protection against ‘bottoming-out’ during transfer, repositioning and whilst in the inclined/fowler position
- Provides exceptional comfort, support for repositioning and patient care
- Increase lateral stability of support surface
- Improves patient safety and encourages central patient positioning
- Make patient transfers easier
- Unique hinge profile reduces foam fatigue and allow mattress to easily conform to varied bed positions
360° ZIPPER
- Full removable upper cover enables easy installation of air mattress on-site
- Easy access for internal mattress adjustment/repair
- Double coated Premiflex waterfall flap provides protection against fluid ingress. Backing is sealed for ease of cleaning
ADVANTIFLEX CLASSIC PREMIUM PRESSURE CARE COVER
- Advantiflex PU1100 Pressure Care Polyurethane Upper Material: 4-Way Stretch, Vapour Permeable, Blue
- Heavy Duty PVC Base Material: Durable, 100% Waterproof, Grey
- Infection Control & Compliance: Inherent Anti-Microbial Protection, Fire retardant, High frequency sealed and welded seams
- Construction: Four-sided / 360° high frequency welded zipper, Zipper waterfall protection flap, High frequency sealed and welded seams, Air-hose tube & CPR sheath
About the Icon AMS7
Medium Care Air Mattress Surround
Airoform Immersion Layer
Firm Foundation Layer
Strengthened Transfer Sides
Added Stability
WHY WOULD YOU USE AN AIR MATTRESS SURROUND?
Most air mattresses on the market are only available to suit single bed sizes. King single air mattress sizing is becoming a bit more common, but any size larger is a rare occurrence. Does that mean that individuals requiring an air mattress are forced to have a small bed size? Not with the development of air mattress surrounds!
An air mattress surround is a foam mattress that ‘houses’ or ‘surrounds’ another mattress (typically an air mattress). A surround is used to allow an air mattress to fit a bed of any size – from king single to a super king.
Key benefits of an air mattress surround:
- Increased patient compliance. Surrounds give consumers more choice. If clinically you require a high care air mattress to protect the integrity of your skin, you want to be able to use it on a bed of choice. For example, selecting a queen-size bed so you can remain sleeping with your partner. Clients are more willing to accept and use their air mattresses if it allows them to live a normal lifestyle too.
- Safety. In any scenario, it is essential that the mattress fits the bed platform to prevent any risk of entrapment. Surrounds can be an excellent solution to building out a mattress to a size that fits the bed platform.
- Enhanced Stability. Traditional Air mattresses are often associated with instability – due to the movement of cells, and simply, the nature of air. Surrounding an air mattress with a stable foam on the base and sides can significantly increase the stability offered by the mattress. In addition, a firm surround will prevent the risk of falling when transferring and make primary care easier.
- Makes primary care easier. Selecting a bed with a wider surface can make the dressing, repositioning and other care routines easier.
WHAT DOES MEDIUM RISK MEAN?
With a pressure care surround, you can have peace of mind that the complete surface offers pressure care.
‘Risk’ relates to the likelihood of developing a pressure injury. You can determine the risk of your client but conducting a risk assessment – using a risk assessment tool such as the Waterlow along with qualified clinical judgment and knowledge of the client’s history and underlying condition.
On the Waterlow Risk Assessment Tool, typically clients who score up to 15 are suitable for one of the mattresses within the Medium Care Medical Mattress range.
FIRM SIDE WALLS
The Icon AMS7 mattress surround has inbuilt firm side walls constructed of an ultra-high density foam, engineered with a profile hinge system to reduce falls risk and provide enhanced stability. Side walls significantly help reduce the effort required to transition on or off sleep surface and assist with repositioning and other tasks. Therefore side walls are important for any users with limited strength.
Inbuilt strengthened sides reduce the risk of foam compression on the mattress edge, and subsequent user ‘roll-out’. Firm, rigid edging provides structural support for transfer, ingress, and egress. Forté side walls make primary care easier and suit the use of transfer and mobility aids such as slide boards.
Forté side walls have been designed with a unique integrated hinge system to reduce tension & compression in foam when used with a profiling bed. Reducing tension aids overall mattress longevity. The hinge system allows the mattress to easily articulate for the maximum benefit of electronic bed function.
AUSTRALIAN MADE
The Forté production facility in Armidale is specifically dedicated to Medical Mattress’ design, development, and production. This ensures unrivalled expertise and process control for superior quality, value, and performance. Forté utilizes leading global technology and research in the design and development of each medical device. Products manufactured by Forté in Australia are produced in compliance with local regulatory standards and exceed clinical standards recommendations such as European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel and Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance – a quality you can trust!
Australian made by Forté Healthcare in Armidale NSW, the Homecare ICON range is synonymous with quality, performance, longevity, and functionality and is trusted by leading Hospitals and healthcare professionals to deliver clinical results and positive outcomes.
Why is it important to purchase Australian made products?
By purchasing products from Forté you are investing into the future of pressure injury prevention in Australia, creating regional jobs and boosting our economy for the better of everyone. Australian Made for Australian Care.
Manufacturing
Leveraging clinical expertise, with leading raw material technology and in-house manufacturing capabilities Forté Healthcare ensures optimal outcomes for pressure injury prevention, infection control and patient comfort.