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Bariatric Cushion.


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 Bariatric Bariatric
Pertaining to the study, prevention, or treatment of overweight.

Mentioned in: Malnutrition
 Cushion to its line of pressure-relief and positioning cushions. Like other Supracor cushions, the new 3"-thiek Bariatric Cushion provides Total Pressure Management[R]--pressure relief, reduced shearing, and ventilation to control heat and moisture.

Made from a flexible form of aerospace honeycomb, the lightweight Bariatric Cushion has two soft layers fused to the back of a bottom layer. Thousands of perforations in the honeycomb cell walls circulate air and evaporate moisture to keep the user coo] and comfortable. An incontinente pad can be placed inside the breathable breath·a·ble  
adj.
1. Suitable or pleasant for breathing: breathable air.

2. Permitting air to pass through: a breathable fabric.
 cover between the top and bottom layers to enable fluid to flow through the cushion.

The Bariatric Cushion is made from a recyclable medical-grade material that is antibacterial antibacterial /an·ti·bac·te·ri·al/ (-bak-ter´e-al) destroying or suppressing growth or reproduction of bacteria; also, an agent that does this.

an·ti·bac·te·ri·al
adj.
, antifungal, and odor resistant. Although machine washable and dryer safe, this honeycombed hon·ey·comb  
n.
1. A structure of hexagonal, thin-walled cells constructed from beeswax by honeybees to hold honey and larvae.

2. Something resembling this structure in configuration or pattern.

tr.v.
 cushion can be sponged with soapy water, rinsed, and shaken dry. It is available in sizes from 25" to 35", and will accommodate up to 650 lbs.

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Title Annotation:Product Spotlight
Publication:Nursing Homes
Date:Nov 1, 2003
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