Positioning Solutions from ProMed Gone are the days of a "one-product-for-all-needs" mentality when it comes to positioning cushions. Today, there's a product for every situation. We created the list below to help you select the perfect cushions for your residents' individual requirements. All of these cushions are available from ProMed. Foam wheelchair cushions are inexpensive, lightweight, provide even support and are available in multiple densities. Gel wheelchair cushions provide excellent pressure redistribution and are very comfortable. Gel/foam hybrid cushions combine the benefits of foam and gel cushions. Air flotation (inflated cell) cushions can be inflated to the resident's specific needs and can be modified to help relieve pressure sores. They are waterproof and will not bottom out when inflated properly. Lap positioners provide upper torso support and can help assist with upper body alignment. They also serve as a gentle reminder to residents to stay seated. Abductor (pommel) cushions hold the legs slightly apart to help keep a resident's hips and knees properly aligned and reduce forward sliding. They can also be used to help prevent hip dislocation following surgery. Wedge cushions offer improved posture and slide control. To learn more, contact your ProMed terriotry manager, give us a call at 800.648.5190 or visit us online at promedsupply.com.

CDC Announces Core Actions for Addressing Drug-Resistant Bacteria The CDC has announced four core actions designed to combat antibiotic resistance. The actions are described in detail in the agency's new report, Antibiotic Resistance Threats in the United States, 2013. According to the report, more than two million people yearly in the U.S. get infections that are resistant to antibiotics and at least 23,000 die from them. Additionally, C. difficile, a serious diarrheal infection usually associated with antibiotic use, causes at least 250,000 hospitalizations and 14,000 deaths yearly.

The following are the four core actions that the CDC is undertaking to combat these figures: Preventing Infections, Preventing the Spread of Resistance. Preventing infections from the get-go reduces the amount of antibiotics that have to be used and reduces the likelihood that resistance will develop during their use. Tracking. The CDC collects information on antibiotic-resistant infections, causes of infections and whether specific risk factors caused some people to develop a resistant infection. Improving Antibiotic Use/Stewardship. This involves changing the way antibiotics are used, such as looking at prescription frequency and prescribing them only when needed. Development of Drugs and Diagnostic Tests. New drugs will need to be developed because antibiotic resistance is part of a natural process as bacteria evolve. New tests will also be needed to track the development of resistance. To learn more, click here.

This wheelchair gel-cushion is made from high-density foam surrounding a dual-chamber gel pod for excellent pressure relief and support. Additional features: Low-shear, anti-microbial, fire-resistant removable fabric cover The combination of gel and foam provides the necessary support to enhance resident comfort, distributing weight evenly and reducing excess pressure Slip-resistant bottom with Velcro straps to help keep the cushion in place Meets CAL117 standards

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