USER MANUAL
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TRANSFERRING PATIENT FROM/TO A WHEELCHAIR
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WARNING:
ALWAYS engage the wheel locks of the wheelchair before transferring the patient
to the wheelchair.
1.
Engage the wheel locks of the wheelchair. Refer to the owner manual provided with the
wheelchair.
2.
Unbuckle safety strap on wheelchair cushion.
3.
Place cushion on wheelchair seat with safety strap closest to the back of wheelchair.
4.
Attach safety strap around outside back of wheelchair.
5.
Reconnect buckle.
6.
Tighten strap to secure.
7.
Perform the following:
a.
Bed to Wheelchair Transfer – Slide the patient on the wheelchair.
b.
Wheelchair to Bed Transfer – Slide the patient on the bed.
DEVICE INFORMATION
PURPOSE OF THE DEVICE
The purpose of the SafeLife Wheelchair Cushion series is to aid patients at risk or suffering from pressure
ulcers by providing a Medicare verified (E2603-E2608 / Group I) pressure reducing support surfaces to be
used in connection with comprehensive prevention and treatment program.
The active component that has contact with the patient is a three tiered gradient cushion with a patented
density specific formula employing high density/ high resilience polyurethane foams. To further aid the
patient, gender specific cutouts have been incorporated into the cushion to create pressure free zones
unique to the male and female anatomy.
The foam cushion serves to fit over any wheelchair frame which MUST be fitted to the size of the wheelchair
as described by the Wheelchair Manufacturer’s instructions.
It is provided with a fluid proof hospital grade medical cover that imposes no added interface pressure on
the patient and is fungal and bacterial resistant. An anti-skid bottom and quick connect strap has been
incorporated for added safety.
