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• Often stiff or contracted joints used when bathing. In Situ slings (MAA2040M and • Totally dependent on the caregiver MAA2070M) are intended to be seated on for a period • Physically demanding for caregiver of time between transfers. •...
To avoid injury, make sure that the patient is These warnings are specific to the sling not left unattended at any time. models MAA2040M and MAA2070M: Patients sat out in a chair are at an increased risk of pressure injury...
To prevent cross-contamination, always NOTE follow the disinfection instructions in this Arjo recommends the name of the patient is IFU. written on the sling care label to avoid cross 4. Check that the sling is clean. If the sling is contamination between patients.
4. The coloured area on the measuring tape that is levelled with the top of the patient’s head indicates The Arjo Measuring Tape is a sizing accessory only the required sling size. If the sling size falls in intended as a guide and is an approximation. Patient...
272 kg (600 lbs) S, M, L, LL, XL S, M, L S, M, L, LL S, M, L, LL S, M, L, LL, XL MAA2070M 190 kg (418 lbs) S, M, L, LL, XL S, M, L S, M, L, LL S, M, L, LL S, M, L, LL, XL...
Applying the Sling In Bed (22 steps) 6. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique.) If log roll is not possible, use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube 1. Place the lift nearby. for placing the sling. See respective Sliding sheet/ 2. Apply bed brakes and adjust the height of the bed tube IFU to an ergonomic position, if possible.
7. Tuck in the end of the sling at the coccyx or against WARNING the seat. Use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube, if needed. 8. Lean the patient back. To avoid injury to the patient, pay close 9. Place the leg flaps underneath the patient’s legs.
10. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique) (See Fig. 16 ) If log rolling is not possible, use an 16. Slightly lift the patient to create tension in the Arjo sliding sheet/tube for placing the sling. See sling. (See Fig. 14 ) respective Sliding sheet/tube IFU.
To avoid injury to the patient, pay close 9. Log roll the patient. (Use local technique) If log attention when lowering or adjusting the rolling is not possible, use an Arjo sliding sheet/ spreader bar. tube for removing the sling. See respective Sliding sheet/tube IFU.
9. Stand in front of the patient and lean the patient WARNING forward. To avoid injury to the patient, pay close 10. Pull out the sling. If needed, use an Arjo sliding attention when lowering or adjusting the sheet/tube for removing the sling. See respective spreader bar.
Cleaning Instruction (7 steps) Disposable sling – Do NOT wash The disposable sling is for single patient use. (NOT disposable sling) Do NOT clean, wash, disinfect, wipe or sterilize the 1. Detach the sling from the lift. disposable sling. If the disposable sling has been 2.
The sling is difficult to apply (e.g. during Use an Arjo sliding sheet/tube according to instructions log roll). in respective IFU. • Place the patient in a more seated position in the bed or on the floor.
Technical Specifications General Safe working load (SWL) = Maximum total load See “Allowed Combinations” on page 7 Sling models MAA2040M and MAA2070M: 1,5 years* Disposable sling: 2 weeks, based on 4 transfers/ Service life – Recommended period of use day* All other slings: 2 years* *Refer to “Expected Service Life”...
Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No 618, as amended) UK Responsible Person & UK Importer: Arjo (UK) Ltd, ArjoHuntleigh House, Houghton Regis. LU5 5XF Is the appointed UK Responsible Person as defined in UK Medical Devices Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No 618, as amended).
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At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism.
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