Summary Of Safety Precautions; Contraindications - Stryker Impression 2980 Série Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

Before operating or servicing the Impression™ non-powered mattress system, it is important to read and understand all
information in this manual . Carefully read and strictly follow these guidelines . The warnings and cautions are repeated
throughout the manual, where applicable .
To ensure safe operation, methods and procedures must be established for educating and training the staff .
WARNING
• Do not transfer the patient from one bed to another using the mattress with a patient on it . Doing so can result in
serious patient injury .
• Do not use the mattress cover straps to lift or move the mattress with a patient on it . Doing so can result in a
serious patient injury and can cause physical damage to the product .
• It is the responsibility of the caregiver to monitor the patient and skin condition at regular intervals (every 8 hours,
or once per shift) to ensure patient safety and proper mattress performance .
• Disinfect the mattress between patients . Failure to do so could result in cross-contamination and infection .
• Patient stability and siderails coverage may be compromised with the use of an overlay .
• Siderails must be up and head/foot board in place during litter operation .
• Discontinue use if the mattress cover is ripped, torn or damaged in any way . Degradation represents end of life
of the cover .
• To reduce risk of patient or user injury and equipment damage, do not exceed the safe working load of the hospital
bed frame when supporting both the patient and the mattress .
• A sheet (or equivalent) must be positioned between the patient's skin and the mattress surface prior to use .
CAUTION
• The mattress cover must be completely dry before storage or adding linens . Failure to remove excess disinfectant
could cause degradation of the cover material .
• Follow all applicable safety rules and protocols concerning patient and care giving safety .
• Monitor the patient's skin condition regularly to ensure skin integrity .
• Avoid contact of sharp objects with mattress . Punctures, cuts and tears in the cover could result in contamination
of the cushions, prevent proper air pressure control and compromise therapy and safety .
• Be aware of devices or equipment placed on the top of the mattress . The weight, heat generated, or a sharp edge
of a device or equipment could damage the mattress .
• It is the responsibility of the caregiver team to evaluate the appropriate CPR protocol to be used with the
surface .

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Stryker promotes the clinical assessment of each patient and appropriate usage by the caregiver . Air support therapy
is not recommended for patients with, but not limited to:
• Unstable spinal cord injury .
• Cervical, thoracic, and/or lumbar fracture .
• Cervical traction .
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Summary of Safety Precautions

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