Posey SkinSleeves Protector User Manual

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SkinSleeves™ Protector

Posey SkinSleeves protectors are versatile, non-compression
knitted skin coverings suitable for a variety of applications. They
help provide a protective covering against tears and abrasions for
thin, fragile skin tissue. The soft cotton/nylon/spandex 4-way
stretch yarn is latex-free and adapts to a wide variety of individuals.

CAt. NO. SiZE/COlOR bAND lENGtH FOR A COMFORt Fit

6000S
6003S
6000
6000B
6002
6003
6000L
6000XL

6001
6004
6005

Arm - Small/Red 15½” (39½ cm) 8½” (21½ cm)
Arm - Small/Red 15½” (39½ cm) 8½” (21½ cm)
Arm - Medium/Green 16½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Arm - Medium/Green 16½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Arm - Medium/Green 16½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Arm - Medium/Green 16½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Arm - Large/Yellow 18” (46 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Arm - X-Large/Blue 20” (51 cm) 13” (33 cm)
Leg - Medium/Green 13½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Leg - Medium/Green 13½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)
Leg - Medium/Green 13½” (42 cm) 11” (28 cm)

RECOMMENDED

ARM CiRCuMFERENCE

Fitting Guidelines

SkinSleeves protectors are intended to fit as a comfort
product. Actual fit will depend on individual anthropometric
measurements and patient comfort level. Posey regular
SkinSleeves protectors will stretch up to 100% in size
(combination of both width and length). Padded sizes have
limited stretchability.

The higher the degree of stretching, the tighter the
fit and the higher amount of compression on the patient’s skin
and muscle.

SkinSleeves™ Protector

6001

6000

Monitoring

Be sure to follow your facility’s policies and guidelines
for frequency of patient monitoring. Posey recommends that this
product be removed at least every two (2) hours to check for
skin integrity, proper circulation and range of motion.

Arm Application Instructions:

1. Beginning with upper arm opening, roll inside edge of the
SkinSleeves protector outwards; continue to roll until you
reach the thumb opening.

2. Slip the arm opening of the SkinSleeves protector over the
patient’s hand, fitting the patient’s thumb through the thumb
hole.

3. Unroll the SkinSleeves protector back up over the arm. Adjust
to desired placement.

4. If desired, the patient’s thumb can be removed from the
thumb opening and the SkinSleeves protector “rolled up” on
the wrist to uncover the palm.

Leg Application Instructions:

1. Beginning with upper leg opening, roll inside edge of Skin­Sleeves protector outwards until you get within 3” of the toe
opening.

2. Slip the upper leg opening of the SkinSleeves protector over
the patient’s foot, pulling it up until the heel “crook” of the
SkinSleeves protector fits snugly over the patient’s heel.

3. Unroll the SkinSleeves protector up the leg. Adjust to desired
placement.

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Phone: [phone] or 1.626.443.3143 • Fax: [phone] or 1.626.443.5014

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Inspection

Inspect skin frequently for tears, lacerations, avulsions,
abrasions, infection or other damage and determine appropriate
treatment. Change product with new or laundered product in
accordance with facility policy.

To Launder:

Machine wash and dry low temperature.
For best results, hang dry.

Disposal

Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy

for BIOHAZARDOUS 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.

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