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7.3. HOW TO USE VEST
2) In a situation when the patient slips off the seat, the upper edge of the vest
cover's the patient's neck and blocks the trachea, making it difficult to
breathe
– it is therefore necessary to ALWAYS use the accessories stabilizing the
patient's pelvis, such as a pelvic belt, thigh abduction belts or an abduction block.
4) The vest is fastened too tightly to the backrest and as a result the patient
cannot breathe easily – in this case the vest should be loosened in such a way
that it is possible for the caregiver to insert a straightened hand between the vest
and the patient's body. If, however, we want to stabilize the patient's body
properly, we should use a dynamic orthopedic vest, e.g. a Flex-point vest, which
does not cause the breathing difficulty for the patient.
1) If the lower vest straps are fastened too loosely, there is a risk that the vest
will move upwards to the patient's neck, making it difficult to breathe –
always check the tension of the straps and set them in such a way that the lower
edge of the vest is located near the lower abdomen of the patient.
Possible threats incident to the use of the vest:
3) There is a risk that the upper straps of the vest will press the patient's neck,
blocking the trachea and making it difficult to breathe.
This might happen if
the patient's body is improperly secured in the seat or stroller – it is then necessary
to use the optional accessories of these devices and stabilize the patient's body
using the lateral supports. If there is no possibility to use such accessories with the
device and the patient's body cannot be properly stabilized, the device should be
replaced with the one having such an option.
The vest provides posture support for wheelchair users as well as patients
sitting in positioning chairs or other rehabilitation seats. When properly
used, the vest allows the patient to adopt the correct sitting position for a
longer period of time. The design and shape of the vest make it possible for
the patient to be free to move their upper limbs within the constraints of the
patient.
If the vest is not used properly, it can pose a serious threat to
the health and life of the patient!