Safety Tips - Arjohuntleigh KinAir MedSurg Pulse User Manual

When selecting a standard mattress, ensure the distance between top of side rails (if used) and top of mattress (without
compression) is at least 8.66 in (220 mm) to help prevent inadvertent bed exit or falls. Consider individual patient size,
position relative to the top of the side rail) and patient condition in assessing fall risk.
Patient Migration - As with all specialty bed products that are designed to reduce shear and pressure on the patient's skin, the
risk of gradual movement and / or sinking into hazardous positions of entrapment and / or inadvertent bed exit may be
increased.
Traction - With any traction or unstable fractures (to the extent not contraindicated), maintain physician-directed angle of
articulation and guard against risks of patient migration or inadvertent deflation of patient surface.
Oxygen Use - DANGER: Risk of explosion if used in the presence of flammable anesthetics. Use of this product in an
oxygen-enriched environment may produce potential of fire hazard. This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a
flammable anesthetic mixture with air, with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Electromagnetic Interference - Although this equipment conforms to the intent of the directive 89/336/EEC in relation to
Electromagnetic Compatibility, all electrical equipment may produce interference. If interference is suspected, move
equipment away from sensitive devices or contact the manufacturer.
Shock Hazard - Electrical shock hazard; do not remove covers. Refer to qualified service personnel.

SAFETY TIPS

General Protocols - Follow all applicable safety rules and institution protocols, concerning patient and caregiver safety.
Skin Care - Monitor skin conditions regularly, particularly in areas where incontinence and drainage occur or collect, and
consider adjunct or alternative therapies for high acuity patients. Early intervention may be essential to preventing serious skin
breakdown.
Brakes - Caster brakes should always be locked once the unit is in position.
Bed Height - To minimize the risks of falls or injury, the bed should always be in the lowest practical position when the
patient is unattended.
Bed Exit Alarm - Activation of the Bed Exit Alarm is recommended whenever the patient is unattended. Be sure to reactivate
the Bed Exit Alarm each time the patient returns to bed.
When using half-bed length type oxygen administering equipment,
ensure that side rails are outside of oxygen tent and not contained
within the oxygen environment. Hand control not available with
Caregivers should make sure to discuss Safety Tips, Risks and
Precautions with the patient (or the patient's legal guardians) and
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this product.
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the patient's family.
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