Direct Healthcare Services Dyna-Tek Gel Cushion User Manual

1.Overview

1.1 Product Description

The Dyna-Tek and Dyna – Flex
™
provide superior pressure reduction properties.
Our specialist designs utilise multiple densities of high specification medical
grade foams that have been designed for pressure reduction for the human
body. The Covers are made from a water resistant, two way stretch, vapour
permeable material that have been designed to reduce the build-up of both
heat and moisture. Please see the product literature for further details.

1.2 Symbols

Warnings
In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols. The warning symbols
are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of the danger.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death
if it is not avoided.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury
if it is not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property
if it is not avoided.

1.3 Symbols guide

DO NOT PIERCE
OR CUT
DO NOT DRY CLEAN DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY
DO NOT PUT RECCOMMENDED 80˚C
NEAR FLAME
FOR USER WEIGHT LIMITS
PLEASE SEE TECHNICAL
User Manual
Pressure Redistribution Cushion Range
cushions have been uniquely designed to
™
LINE DRY DO NOT BLEACH
DO NOT IRON
TUMBLE DRY ON LOW
MAX 40˚C
DATA TABLE

2. Usage

2.1 Intended use

The Direct Healthcare Services range of Pressure Redistribution Cushions
are designed for both prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers and are
intended to be used in conjunction with an appropriately sized chair / wheel
chair, as part of an overall pressure ulcer prevention program of care.
WARNING Which cushion is suitable for your individual use should be
decided by your clinician who will also determine the most appropriate
pressure ulcer prevention or treatment plan and the relevant nursing
procedures.
WARNING The following user manual should be used in conjunction with
the product literature and will give you instructions on how to get the best
results when using one of our pressure reducing cushions, however should
you require any additional information please contact our Customer Services
team on (+44) 0845 4599831.

2.2 On Delivery of your new cushion

! IMPORTANT Open the outer packaging a period of a minimum of 1 hour
before use to optimise performance. Please dispose of all packaging in line
with your relevant environmental policy.

2.3 Using your cushion

CAUTION Prior to using the cushion ensure that the chair has no rough
edges that may damage the cushion. Ensure the zip is closed and the zip flap is
completely covering the zip. Avoid contact with sharp objects that may damage
the cushion.
WARNING The usage of additional layers between the cushion and
the patient, such as sheepskins or other similar items may reduce the
effectiveness of the pressure reducing properties of the cushion or indeed
lead to an additional increase of body temperature, which may cause skin
maceration and is therefore not advisable. Please seek clinical advice should
you wish to use any additional covering other than the cover which has been
supplied with the cushion by the manufacturer.
Take care when using mechanical items such as bridging boards, PAT slides
or other patient transfer aids that damage does not occur to the cushion due to
sharp or damaged edges.
WARNING The maximum user weight of your cushion is dependent on
the cushion correctly fitting the patient. Ensure the patient buttocks do not
overhang the edges of the cushion whilst seated as this would mean the
patient is too wide for the specific size cushion. Different cushion sizes are
available.
WARNING Ensure the cushion is placed the correct way up and in the
correct rotation. Please follow the labelling instructions on your cushion at all
times. Do not use the cushion without the cover that has been supplied by the
manufacturer.