V4.0_2021-05-26
PROGNOST XS
Instructions for use
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Handling
4.1
Requirements before and during Operation
It must be ensured that the surfaces that come into contact with patients are disinfected before the X-
ray examination of each patient (see chapter 5.3).
4.2
Operation
of
PROGNOST XS
Exposures with the PROGNOST XS
Following procedure must be observed to prevent collisions with the PROGNOST XS, the image
receiver or other furniture.
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X-ray device, e.g. swivel arm system, to the 0 degree position
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Set the height of the X-ray image receptor to match the height of the table
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Move the table to the intended exposure position for inspection
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Move the table to a position in which the patient can climb onto the surface as easily as possible
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Operate the brake wheel locks and check that the wheels are effectively braked
WARNING!
Before ascending or descending of the patient, the brake rollers must be
locked. All rollers can be braked, but at least two rear rollers (furthest away
from the ascending patient) must be locked.
NOTE
The PROGNOST XS is not suitable for patient transport.
It is only used for positioning the patient during examination.
The ascending and descending of the patient has only be done while fixed brakes
and in the center of the table top, under supervision or assistance of the examiner as
otherwise there is a risk of tipping over!
Provide patients with assistance when ascending.
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Provide patients with assistance when ascending. In order to achieve the best possible support of
the table, the patient should climb onto the table in the middle of the table top
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Position the patient for the exposure. If necessary (e.g. open wounds), cover the table surface with
suitable cloths or disposal care pads
WARNING!
Danger of squeezing at the table edges and danger of trapping on and below
the table top!
When the table is moved horizontally, extremities can be squeezed between the
edge of the table and a stationary obstacle (wall, column, X-ray unit).
Therefore, when moving the PROGNOST XS, make absolutely sure that neither the
patient nor the personnel are standing in the direction of the movement.
Pay particular attention that none of the patients extremities protrude over the table
top.
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Release the brake wheel locks and move the PROGNOST XS to the exposure position
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Lock the brakes again
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Perform exposures according to the operating instructions of the X-ray unit
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After the examination, release the fixing brakes and move the table to a position where the patient
can easier get off the table
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Lock the brakes and assist the patient in getting off the table