Compatibility; Risks And Precautions - Arjohuntleigh Skin IQ 1000 Instructions For Use Manual

Compatibility

The Skin IQ 1000 MCM is designed to fit on a pressure redistribution surface that is
203 cm - 213.4 cm (80 - 84 in) long by 121.9 cm (48 in) wide by 17.8 cm (7 in) high.
Consult product labeling for the pressure redistribution surface and / or bed frame
for compatibility.

Risks and Precautions

Transfer
This product is not intended for use as a transfer device.
Duration of Use
Recommended duration of use for single patient is not more than 60 days for patients up to
453.59 kg (1000 lb).
However, patient specific duration of use may vary. Clinical conditions such as, but not limited to incontinence,
skin condition, nutrition status, medications, mobility, weight, or etiology, need to be considered when
assessing duration of use for the Skin IQ 1000 MCM.
Height
The Skin IQ 1000 MCM will increase the height of the pressure redistribution surface it is applied to by
approximately 6.35 mm (0.25 in).
Use With Other Devices
All Skin IQ 1000 MCM components are designed to be used as a single system device.
The included power supply should only be used with the Skin IQ 1000 MCM. The coverlet should only be
powered by the Skin IQ 1000 Power Supply ArjoHuntleigh part number 4103832.
Any attempt to connect and use the power supply with any other device, or use
any other brand or model of power supply other than ArjoHuntleigh part number
4103832 will result in improper operation of equipment, possibly leading to
increased risk of patient injury.
Patient Migration
Specialty surfaces have different shear and support characteristics than conventional surfaces and may
increase the risk of patient movement, sinking and / or migration into hazardous positions of entrapment and
/ or inadvertent bed exit. Monitor patients frequently to guard against patient entrapment.
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