Posey Fall Management Gait Belts - Manual

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Posey
®
Falls Management Gait Belts
THERAPY AND AMBULATION
1. With the Posey label facing
outside, wrap the belt around
the patient’s waist, pass the
metal tip of the belt through
the buckle and over the teeth
of the buckle (Fig. 1).
2. Bring the tip of the belt across
the front of the buckle and
slip it through the other side
(Fig. 2). Adjust it so it is snug,
but not uncomfortable for the
patient. You should be able to
slip your open hand (flat)
between the belt and the
patient.
3. The strap should lay flat across
the buckle. Tuck excess under
the belt (Fig. 3). ALWAYS verify
proper closure before use.
4. ALWAYS grasp the transfer
belt from underneath (Fig. 4).
Assist patient using your
facility’s approved procedures.
Application Instructions
Washing Instructions
To maintain bright colors in
non-contaminated Gait and
Transfer Belts:
For all contaminated Gait
and Transfer Belts:
Disposal
Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy for
BIOHAZARDOUS materials.
NOTE: Fasten all buckles to minimize damage during wash and dry
cycles. During the washing, process, metal buckles could bend. Do
not put buckles through extractors. Always ensure that all buckles are
in good working order and are not cracked or broken before each use.
Customers could expect up to 5% shrinkage in cotton materials over
the life of the product.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
6547O
6547P
6547R
6547Y
6547G
Cat. No. Color Buckle Type
REF
6547G Green Metal Buckle
REF
6547O Orange Metal Buckle
REF
6547P Purple Metal Buckle
REF
6547R Red Metal Buckle
REF
6547Y Yellow Metal Buckle
Posey Gait and Transfer Belts provide caregivers with a secure hold point
to assist patients/residents during supervised walking and
transfers. Used correctly, Gait and Transfer Belts reduce the risk
of injury to the patient / resident and the caregiver resulting
from a loss of balance or an uncontrolled fall.
NOTE: This product is not intended for use as a restraint. Remove after
each use. When not in use, the caregiver can wear the belt for immedi-
ate access as needed.
Never apply a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt if there is any
compromise of safety or indication of inappropriateness to the patient
or caregiver. Patients using a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt that have the
following conditions should always be evaluated: ostomy, colostomy,
G-tubes, hernias, severe Cardio Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD),
as well as those with post-surgery incisions, or those fitted with
monitoring equipment, tubes or lines that might be compromised by the
pressure or the rubbing against a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt. Do not use a
Gait Belt or Transfer Belt if the risk is outweighed by the benefit.
Do not over-rely on a Gait or Transfer Belt. These are not a
substitute for good body mechanics when assisting patients. Get
assistance when needed, and always follow the facility’s written
procedures for approved assisted walking, lifting and/or transfer
procedures.
MONITORING: ALWAYS check for skin integrity, proper
circulation and range of motion when the belt is in use. Ensure that the
belt is secure and does not compromise the patient’s medical condition
and does not interfere with tubes, lines or other equipment.
INSPECTION: ALWAYS inspect before each use: check for
broken stitches or parts; torn, cut or frayed material; or buckles that are
cracked or broken and do not hold securely. NEVER use soiled or
damaged products.
NEVER use a Gait or Transfer Belt as a seat belt
or to position a person in a chair or vehicle. Gait and
Transfer Belts are not designed for seat positioning or to
withstand the force of a crash.
LATEX
Recommended Use: Patients/Residents requiring ambulation and/or
transfer assistance.
Storage and Handling
Gait and Transfer Belts are designed for use in normal indoor
environments. Store in ambient warehouse temperatures at normal
humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that may
damage the product.