Did ALP Do That?

In this podcast episode, Marie Marte and Sandy Hughes discuss the implementation of Alternating Low Pressure (ALP) beds in the ICU to prevent hospital-acquired pressure injuries. Sandy shares her experience transitioning from continuous low pressure to ALP, the challenges faced in staff training, and the criteria for patient selection. Hear about the significant reduction in pressure injuries observed after implementing ALP through a compelling case study of a critically ill patient who benefited from this technology. Sandy and Marie also discuss best practices and takeawaus for introducing ALP in healthcare settings.