Laerdal 980100 Manuel page 2

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ENGLISH Directions for Use
Original Stifneck Extrication Collar
1
Measure the patient
Align the head to
neutral or "eyes
forward" position
unless contraindicated
by your protocol.
Match the collar size to the patient
2
Choose from 4 adult and 2 child size collars.
Plastic edge to hole or
to black post if assembled
Assemble the original collar
3
Insert the black post
into the hole.
IMPORTANT
All Stifneck products should only be used by persons who have
received adequate training. In cases of suspected spinal injury, proper
cervical immobilization is only one part of an immobilization system.
It is important that the patient be properly immobilized to prevent
movement of the spine (per local protocol).
Do not use an improperly sized collar. Too large a collar may
hyperextend a patient' s cervical spine; too small a collar may not
provide appropriate stability. Special sizes of Stifneck collars are
available for children and others with small bodies.
WARNING
To insure proper use, please review all material in this DFU.
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Neutral position
Shoulder to chin
Side 2
Preform the
4
collar
Apply the collar while manually maintaining
5
neutral head position
Place the chin support well
under the chin. If a different
size is needed, remove, ,and
re-apply the collar.
Pull the back of the collar snug
while holding the front
in place, then fasten.
WARRANTY
Please see the Global Warranty
statement for terms and conditions.
www.laerdal.com
Federal law (USA) restricts this device to
sale by or on the order of a physican.
Intended for single patient use.
The product is in compliance with the essential
requirements of Council Directive 93/42/EEC
Medical Devices Directive.
2
For a supine patient, slide the
rear panel behind the neck
before placing the chin
support.
Storage: Do not store collar
in folded position. Store flat.
Storage Temperature
Range:
-34˚C to 52˚C
(-30˚F to 125˚F)
Operating Temperature
Range:
-18˚C to 43˚C
(0˚F to 110˚F)