Safety Instructions
Cautions
CAUTION: If patient is in prone position (face down), take extra care to ensure patient’s airway is not
compromised.
CAUTION: Be sure the siderails are high enough to properly protect the patient when the mattress is fully
inflated, while continuing to be mindful of the FDA guidelines on bed rail entrapment.
CAUTION: Do not leave a patient positioned prone on the mattress surface. The decision to position a
patient prone should be at the discretion of the facility's medical staff.
CAUTION: The operator educational background must at least for 8 years.
CAUTION: Use of NPT4™ is only one element of care in the prevention and treatment of pressure
injuries. Frequent repositioning, proper care, routine skin assessment, wound treatment and proper
nutrition are but a few of the elements required in the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries.
As there are many factors that may influence the development of a pressure injuries for each individual,
the ultimate responsibility in the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries is with the health care
professional.
CAUTION: Only one person should occupy the bed at a time.
CAUTION: Specialty mattresses, including powered air mattress surfaces, may pose a risk of
entrapment. Prior to use, ensure the therapeutic benefits outweigh the risk of entrapment.
CAUTION: Disconnect control unit from electrical supply before cleaning.
CAUTION: Use only approved replacement parts.
CAUTION: Do not open assemblies such as the control unit. If unauthorized personnel perform work on
these components, the manufacturer’s warranty becomes void.
CAUTION: Ensure that maintenance and installation are performed exclusively by qualified personnel.
CAUTION: Only authorized personnel should engage in the troubleshooting process. Troubleshooting by
unauthorized persons could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
CAUTION: It is recommended that gloves and protective clothing be worn at all times during cleaning
and disinfecting.
CAUTION: The mattress requires regular maintenance to ensure performance and avoid premature
wear, damage and injury.
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