Invacare® Dacapo®
4 Usage
4.1 Safety Information
WARNING!
Insufficient repositioning of the patient can
lead to tissue compression and potential injury
formation.
To relieve pressure, it is very important for
the patients to reposition themselves, or to be
repositioned, on a regular basis.
– Before using the product, always consult a
qualified healthcare professional for clinical
judgement.
– Monitor the patient frequently.
CAUTION!
– Make sure that the printed side of the mattress
cover always faces upwards.
– Ensure that the distance between the surface
of the mattress and the top of the side rail is
at least 220 mm.
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to the mattress
If holes are present in the mattress cover, there is
a risk that liquids may ingress and contamination
may occur.
– Ensure that the mattress is not jammed or
damaged by sharp edges.
– Do not place hypodermic needles, venflons,
scalpels or other similarly sharp objects on or
under the mattress.
– Do not use electrically heated blankets directly
on or under the mattress.
– Ensure that all venflons are taped down
correctly with no sharp edges exposed.
– When using bridging boards or other patient
transfer aids, check for any sharp edges or
burrs before use.
– When using the mattress on a profiling bed
ensure that the knee break is used before the
backrest.
– Attach medical equipment including infusion
pumps and monitors to appropriate bed
accessories.
– Avoid cigarette burns and pet claws puncturing
the mattress cover.
4.2 Preparing the Mattress for Use
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage to Property
– Before use, check the product for any defect.
– Do not use a defective product.
1.
Remove all packaging before use.
2.
Place the mattress directly on the mattress support of
the bed or place the mattress overlay on the existing
mattress.
Compress rolled mattresses must be left to recover before
use. Follow the instructions on the packaging inlay.
Mattresses that are delivered flat packed can be used
immediately.
4.3 Using the handles
Handles on the Wipedown cover / Cotton cover
CAUTION!
Risk of injury
The handles on the cover are meant to transport
the mattress only.
– Do not use the handles to move patients on
the mattress.
Handles on the Evacuation cover
The Evacuation cover is equipped with handles on all four
sides. On the two long sides are straps, which can be
wrapped around the patient.
When the straps are not in use, they can be tucked away
under the hook-and-loop pads. The handles can be used for
lifting/dragging the mattress.
1.
In case of an emergency evacuation, wrap the straps on
the long sides around the patient.
2.
Make sure that the arms and legs are within the straps,
and the straps are tight so that the mattress will bend
up around the patient.
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