Posey Premium EZ Clean Gait Belt with Spring Loaded Buckle

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• Contraindications Include, But Are Not Limited To:
  - Patients with ostomy, colostomy, G-tubes, Hernias, severe Cardio Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), as well as those with postsurgery incisions, or fitted with monitoring equipment, tubes or lines that might be compromised by the pressure or the rubbing against a Gait Belt
  - Never apply a Gait Belt if there is any compromise of safety or indication of inappropriateness to the patient or caregiver
• Monitoring:
  - Be sure to follow your facilitys policies and guidelines for frequency of patient monitoring. Check for skin integrity, proper circulation and range of motion and rehabilitation. Always test to make sure the belt is applied securely and will not loosen or give when transferring patient.
• Inspection:
  - Inspect before each use: check for broken stitches or parts; torn, cut or frayed material, or buckles that are cracked or broken and do not hold securely
  - Do not use soiled or damaged products.
• Disposal:
  - If soiled, properly dispose of the product per facilitys policy for bio-hazardous materials.
• Storage and Handling:
  - This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments
  - This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at normal humidity levels
  - Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that may damage product materials.
• Cleaning Instructions:
  - Wipe Clean with mild detergent. OSHA approved intermediate level disinfectants can be used per manufacturer instructions.
  - If product is soaked in a cleaning solution, it must be rinsed with water to remove any residual chemicals.
  - Make sure products are completely dry before use.
• Application Instructions:
  - Wrap the belt around the patient and pull the strap through the buckle to tighten
  - Adjust the belt so it is snug, but not uncomfortable for the patient. Make sure you can slide your open hand (flat) between the belt and patient
  - Verify proper buckle closure and ensure that there is no belt slippage before each and every use by pulling the belt
• Warning:
  - Never use a Posey product as a seat belt in a moving vehicle
  - Posey products are not designed to withstand the force of a crash

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