Posey Self-Releasing Hugger - Manual (Page 2)

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Phone: 1.800.447.6739 or 1.626.443.3143 • Fax: 1.800.767.3933 or 1.626.443.5014
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Safety Information for the Use of Posey Wheelchair/Gerichair Lap Products
WARNING: ALWAYS Monitor patients per facility policy.
Improper application or use of any restraint may result in serious injury or death.
4. NEVER use Posey products on toilets, or
on any chair or furniture that does not
allow proper application as directed in the
Application Instructions. DO NOT use at
home.
5. NEVER expose this product to open flame, fire,
smoking materials, or high heat sources. Some
products may melt or ignite and burn. The facility
smoking/no smoking policy should be strictly
enforced.
6. NEVER use a Posey product as a seat belt in a
moving vehicle. Posey products are not designed
to withstand the force of a crash or sudden stop.
STORAGE AND HANDLING:
• This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments.
• This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at
normal humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high humidity
that may damage product materials.
RX ONLY. NOT FOR HOME USE. Federal law (USA) restricts this
device to sale by or on order of a physician. For use in a licensed
healthcare facility only.
STAFF TRAINING: Staff must have on going training and be able
to demonstrate competency to use this device in accord with:
Posey instructions; your facility policies and state and federal
regulations (Federal Register, Part IV, 42 CFR Part 482.13(e)(5) and (f)
(6); Posey offers inservice training aids at no charge. Contact
Posey online at www.posey.com or call toll-free at 1.800.447.6739
(press 5).
SELECTING THE RIGHT POSEY PRODUCT: Refer to the Posey
catalog to help select the right device to meet individual
patients’ needs.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS:
1. ALWAYS monitor patient per facility policy.
Be aware that constant monitoring may be
required for:
• Aggressive or agitated patients; and
• Patients deemed at risk of aspirating their
vomit. This includes patients who are not able to sit up. If
the patient vomits, he or she could aspirate the vomit and
suffocate.
• Be prepared to intervene at the first sign of danger. Such
patients require frequent review and evaluation of their
physical and psychological status.
3. NEVER alter or repair this product. ALWAYS
Inspect before each use: Check for broken stitches
or parts; torn, cut or frayed material; or locks, buckles,
or hook and loop fasteners that do not hold securely.
DO NOT use soiled or damaged products. Doing so
may result in serious injury or death. Dispose of damaged products
per facility policy for BIOHAZARDOUS material.
BEFORE APPLYING ANY RESTRAINT:
• Make a complete assessment of the patient to ensure restraint
use is appropriate.
• Identify the patient’s symptoms and, if possible, remove the
cause. You may need to: cater to individual needs and routines;
increase rehabilitation and restorative nursing; modify the
environment; or increase supervision.
• Use a restraint only when all other options have failed. Use the
least restrictive device, for the shortest time, until you find a
less restrictive alternative. Patients have the right to be free
from restraint.
• Obtain informed consent from the patient or guardian prior to
use. Explain the reason for restraint use to the patient and/or
guardian to help ensure cooperation.
• A restraint must only be used in accord with the patient’s
Individualized Care Plan (ICP). The ICP is an
assessment by an interdisciplinary team, which
may include, but is not limited to: PT, OT, Nursing,
the Physician, and Social Services. The ICP should
include: restorative nursing; patient release; and
pressure sore prevention.
NOTE: Just as patient behavior is not 100% predictable, no product is
100% foolproof. Patient safety requires regular reassessment and
monitoring per facility policy. A product that worked in the past may
be inappropriate if the patient’s mental or physical health status
changes. NEVER apply any product that you feel is unsafe. Consult
with the proper medical authority if you have questions about
patient safety.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:
Vinyl Products:
• Wipe Clean with mild detergent. OSHA approved
intermediate level disinfectants can be used per
manufacturer instructions. DO NOT use phenol and
benzyl based disinfectants.
• After cleaning, products MUST be rinsed with water to remove any
residual chemicals.
• Make sure products are completely dry before use.
Test Zippers and hook and loop fasteners before each use.
DISCARD device if it does not fasten securely.
2. This device should ALWAYS be snug, but not
interfere with breathing or circulation. After
application, slide an open hand (flat) between
the device and patient to ensure proper fit.
ALWAYS monitor a patient to make sure the patient is not
able to slide down, under the device, and fall off the chair
seat. If a patient’s body weight becomes suspended off the
chair, chest compression and suffocation could result.
Restraints with a pelvic piece may be necessary to reduce
sliding down.
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