Arjo AHD001, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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Intended Use
Repositioning Sling / Disposable Repositioning Sling
are products intended for assisted lateral repositioning
and/or lateral transfer of patients/residents with limited
ability to move.
The Disposable Repositioning Sling is intended to be
used for a limited period only, and, by nature of its
design, must be treated as a disposable and patient/
resident specific product.
The Repositioning Sling / Disposable Repositioning
Sling shall only be used by appropriately trained
caregivers with adequate knowledge of the care
environment, and in accordance with the instructions
outlined in the Instructions for Use (IFU) .
The Repositioning Sling / Disposable Repositioning Sling
are intended to be used in hospital environments, nursing
homes, other healthcare facilities and home care.
The Repositioning Sling / Disposable Repositioning
Sling should only be used for the purpose specified in
this IFU . Any other use is prohibited.
Patient/Resident Assessment
We recommend that facilities establish regular assessment
routines. Caregivers should assess each patient/resident
according to the following criteria prior to use:
• The patient/resident shall be passive,
• Might be almost completely bed ridden,
• Often stiff, contracted joints,
• Totally dependent on the caregiver,
• Physically demanding for caregiver,
• Stimulation and activation is not a primary goal
Safe Working Load (SWL) for
:
• MAA6000: 272 kg (600lbs) ( Repositioning Sling)
• AHD001: 272 kg (600lbs) (
Disposable
Repositioning Sling)
The right type and size of slings should be used after
proper assessment of each patient/resident’s size,
condition and the type of lifting situation
If the patient/resident does not meet these criteria an
alternative equipment/system shall be used.
Expected Service Life
The expected service life of
Repositioning Sling /
Disposable Repositioning Sling is the maximum period
of useful life.
The expected life of the sling is dependent on the
actual use conditions. Therefore, before use, always
make sure that the sling does not show any sign of
fraying, tearing or other damage and that there is no
damage (i.e. cracking, bending, breaking). If any such
damage is observed, do not use the sling. If you have
any doubts about sling safety, as a precaution and to
ensure safety, do not use the sling.
The expected service life:
• Service Life: 2 years ( Repositioning Sling)
• Service Life: 2 weeks ( Disposable Repositioning
Sling)
• Shelf Life: 5 years ( Repositioning Sling /
Disposable Repositioning Sling)