Cardinal Health™ Simplicity™ Basic Underpads - 17" x 24"
Cardinal Health™ Simplicity™ Basic Underpads (17" x 24")
Cellulose Fluff Absorbent Core, Spunbond Non-Woven Topsheet, Embossed Polypropylene Backsheet, and Leak-Proof Moisture Defense
Safe, independent access to clean personal care is one of the most fundamental daily needs—and one of the first to become difficult after surgery, with advancing age, or during severe illness. The Cardinal Health™ Simplicity™ Basic Underpad delivers an efficient, budget-friendly everyday fluid barrier engineered for situations requiring basic moisture management or light incontinence protection. Sourcing practical containment solutions for residential seating, wheelchairs, vehicle upholstery, or quick clinical procedure setups is critical to preventing surface degradation and maintaining a clean, dry home care environment. The Simplicity™ platform addresses these essential requirements systematically, utilizing a compact rectangular 17 x 24-inch layout that provides reliable coverage directly over targeted strike zones.
At the center of its protective matrix is a light-duty cellulose fluff absorbent core designed to capture minor leaks and liquid surges quickly and evenly. This absorbing mat works in tandem with a fast-acting, spunbond non-woven topsheet that allows moisture to drain instantly into the core, preserving a touch-dry contact plane against the user's skin. The baseline of the pad features a durable, leak-proof blue polypropylene backsheet that blocks fluid pass-through entirely to save underlying upholstery and linens from accidental staining. Embossed with a specialized texture to resist slipping and sliding on smooth sheets or chairs, this TAA-compliant care asset ensures clean surface utility and absolute baseline reassurance.
Key Performance Features & Benefits
- Cellulose Fluff Absorbent Core: Calibrated internal fiber matrix provides light, reliable absorbency perfectly suited for basic procedural tasks and light incontinence management.
- Fast-Acting Spunbond Topsheet: Extra-soft, white non-woven hydrophilic top facing channels incoming fluids downward immediately to optimize surface dryness.
- Leak-Proof Polypropylene Backsheet: Heavy-duty blue plastic backing acts as an absolute defensive wall, ensuring 100% waterproof protection for chairs, car seats, and bedding.
- Anti-Slip Embossed Texture: Geometric backing embossment creates steady mechanical resistance against supporting materials, reducing bunching and shifting during patient movements.
- Targeted 17" x 24" Sizing Profile: Compact rectangular footprint supplies precise, localized protection tailored for office seating, wheelchairs, and vehicle interiors without awkward overhang.
- Government Contract TAA Compliance: Formally meets all Trade Agreements Act requirements, making it fully qualified for institutional procurement and government healthcare facility supply chains.
- HCPCS Billing Classification: Recognized under standard code T4542 to assist with regular medical insurance billing tracking and optimization of family care budgets.
Incontinence Specialist Insight: The Cardinal Health Simplicity Basic 17" x 24" pad is highly effective for light-duty chair shielding, wheelchair support, and rapid procedure preps. Because this model utilizes a lightweight cellulose fluff core without heavy polymer gelling agents, it is designed for rapid turnover rather than heavy bariatric repositioning or severe overnight flows. For high-demand turning routines or extended overnight wear, we suggest checking our high-tensile Attends Supersorb Advanced Series. Ensure the soft white face is positioned upward against the user, allowing the textured blue polypropylene backing to rest securely against the furniture fabric.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Master Brand / Manufacturer Cardinal Health™ Medical Supplies
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) 7105A
- Absorbency / Fluid Classification Light Clinical Absorbency Performance Tier
- Pad Dimensional Footprint 17 Inches Wide x 24 Inches Long (Compact Utility Fit)
- Absorbent Core Material Lightweight Cellulose Fluff Core Matrix
- Backsheet Impermeable Barrier Embossed Leak-Proof Polypropylene Film (Blue Color)
- Topsheet Material Profile White Spunbond Non-Woven Textile — 100% Latex-Free Matrix
- HCPCS Insurance Billing Code T4542 (Underpad, Disposable, 301 to 500 sq. in.)
- Regulatory Procurement Status TAA Compliant (Trade Agreements Act Approved)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary benefit of the compact 17" x 24" dimensions for everyday furniture protection?
A: Larger pads are bulky to pack and can bunch up uncomfortably inside the contours of smaller seats. The targeted 17 x 24 profile fits perfectly over standard office chairs, car seats, and wheelchairs without overlapping the sides, and the thin profile remains highly discreet for mobile users.
Q: Can these basic disposable underpads be used to lift, pull, or slide a patient up in bed?
A: No. These pads are specifically engineered for light fluid barrier protection and procedural catchments, but they do not possess the reinforced high-tensile backing required for manual patient transfers. Attempting to lift or pull a patient using this pad will cause it to tear apart. For heavy repositioning needs, please check our bariatric-rated underpad selections.
Q: How does the embossed backsheet assist during seated transit sequences?
A: Pad slipping is a major reason surface protection fails. The heavy-duty polypropylene backsheet provides dual-utility: it acts as an absolute liquid shield to block strike-through and introduces a textured diamond pattern that creates friction against seat fabrics to prevent the pad from sliding out of place.
Retail Disclaimer: Absorbency ratings, clinical classifications, and physical dimensions are sourced directly from vendor catalog indexes and may undergo structural refinements by the manufacturing provider without immediate notice. EnhDme recommends reviewing exact surface spacing metrics prior to completing your order. This is a disposable hygiene item.
⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
