Design of a Proning Mattress to Increase Oxygen Saturation in Patients With Respiratory Problems

Abstract

Abstract The correct pronation position has been proven to increase oxygen saturation in patients with respiratory problems. However, setting the pronation position using pillow support at several points on the patient’s body allows for inaccuracies due to differences in pillow size and the shift of the pillow when used, so an existing pronation position control device is needed. Precise, safe, comfortable, and can be used directly by patients. This research aims to create and develop a “marning” prototype (proning mat) to make it easier to perform the proning position. The research method was carried out by making a proning mat, which was designed, taking into account the anatomy and ergonomics of the body so that it was very precise in increasing oxygen saturation. The mattress prototype was tested for its effectiveness on shortness of breath patients to see an increase in oxygen saturation. This technology model has been successfully prototyped and proven to increase oxygen saturation in 80% of patients with respiratory disorders. This mattress is designed to replace the pillows in common proning positions. The mattress design takes into account the anatomy and ergonomics of the body with precise measurements. This innovation allows patients to carry out the correct, comfortable proning position and is also very effective and efficient because it can be used directly independently. However, the tool developed needs to be refined in subsequent research, to get a tool that is lighter so that it is easy to move and carry anywhere.