Intended Use; Contraindications And Side Effects; Physical Requirements Of The Operators - Promeba PA210-O User Manual

USER GUIDE
SPINE BOARD

03 INTENDED USE

03.1. Intended use
The product SPINE BOARD is a device for lift and immobilize patients with possible spinal
cord injuries and carry them to transport devices such as transport stretchers. With the use
of the device, the patient can be picked up without changing his position and his trunk and
extremities can be held up while being carried.
03.2.

Contraindications and side effects

The contraindications resulted from the clinical analysis of the SPINE BOARD family of
products are the following:
- Pain
- Compromised breathing caused by immobilization
- Pressure sores
- Need for additional radiological tests
03.3.

Physical requirements of the operators

Promeba spine boards are destined to professional use only. It is expected that the devices
will be used by first responders who have knowledge and experience with the immobilization
and transport of patients with spinal cord injuries or various fractures.
The operators must be trained in efficient, effective and safe patient transport and must have
the following minimum requirements:
- Physical capacity for operating the device.
- Be able to seize the device firmly with both hands.
- Have strong back, arms and legs for lifting, pushing and pulling the board.
- Have a good muscular coordination
It is recommended the employment of operators with strength, balance, coordination and
common sense.
Patient loading procedures for extremely heavy patients, operations in rough terrain and in
particular situations may require more operators.
The capacities of the various operators must be considered before
determining his role in the employment of the board.
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