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Sensor Pad
under
Buttocks
Side
Rails
Mattress
Stretcher Frame
A
Sitter
HOLD/SUSPEND
VOICE
&
TONE
HOLD
&
SUSPEND
TONE
MIC
VOICE
NURSE CALL
MUTE
Posey® Stretcher Sensor Pad
Application Instructions
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Posey® TOTAL LOCATION COVERAGE
Stretcher Sensor Pad (Up to 15 Days of use)
Designed for stretcher use with Posey Fall Alarms ONLY!
REF
8316 Stretcher Sensor Pad 3 ft cord (Up to 15 Days of use)
REF
8316EL Stretcher Sensor Pad 8 ft cord (Up to 15 Days of use);
comes with reusable cable tie to adjust cord length.
Before You Begin
The Posey Sensor Pad, in conjunction with a Posey Alarm, is an important part of
your fall management protocols. Ensure all parts of this system are operational
before leaving a patient unattended. This system does not prevent falls or injury
from falls and is not a substitute for patient care, caregiver attention and a
comprehensive fall management protocol in your facility.
• This device may not be suitable for all high fall-risk patients. See Posey
catalog for other options for such patients.
• NEVER connect Posey sensor pads to other manufacturers’ alarms.
• NEVER connect Posey alarms to other manufacturers’ sensor pads.
Steps to Apply Stretcher Sensor Pad
1. Check that sensor pad, cord and plug
are clean and undamaged.
2. Place non-slip Posey Grip on mattress
at area chosen for sensor pad. Place
sensor pad over Posey Grip across
width of stretcher.
3. Place bottom sheet over sensor pad.
(see illustration A ).
4. Route the sensor pad cord to the alarm. Check
that the sensor pad cord is not stressed, is clear
of moving parts of stretcher, and does not pose a
tripping hazard.
For the 8361EL with its 8 ft. cord,
alarm may be mounted directly under patient’s
buttock or at head or foot of stretcher.
5. Insert plug into jack labeled “sensor” on the side
of alarm. Alarm will activate. Press the HOLD
button. You have 30 seconds to transfer the
patient to the stretcher before monitoring begins.
6. Test sensor pad and alarm (see testing alarm and
sensor pad).
7. Position patient on stretcher, with weight centered
on sensor pad.
• The Posey Stretcher Sensor Pad is designed primarily for above mattress use.
In the event you intend to locate the sensor pad under the mattress, you must
fi rst test the sensor pad with the alarm plugged in and turned on, with the
patient weight on the mattress, before leaving a patient unattended.
• An alternative sensor placement location can be under the shoulder blades;
however, false alarms may occur since shoulder movement is not always
indicative of a potential stretcher exit and must be tested prior to leaving the
patient unattended.)
Testing Alarm and Sensor Pad
ALWAYS check sensor pads when connecting them to a Posey alarm. You can
check a sensor pad by attaching it to the sensor input on the alarm, activating the
Mount alarm at side of stretcher
away from side rail operation.
Mount alarm at head
or foot of stretcher.
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8316/8316EL
alarm and placing pressure on the sensor pad. When the pressure is released,
the alarm should sound. Repeat this pressure/release test in several different
areas along the entire length of
the sensor pad to ensure entire
TESTING SENSOR PAD
pad functions properly both with
the stretcher in the fl at position
and the head and/or foot
articulated. If the alarm and/or
sensor pad do not function properly, remove the alarm and sensor pad from
service and replace them with a properly functioning alarm and/or sensor pad.
DO NOT use the alarm or sensor pad if it does not activate each time weight is
removed from the sensor pad.
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, ALWAYS follow
these steps after putting the sensor pad in place and before leaving resident
unattended (see instructions below). DO NOT use any alarm or sensor pad that
does not alarm each time it is tested.
1. Make sure alarm is ON and in monitoring mode.
2. Check that the plug on the sensor pad cable is not damaged (plug broken, or
wires disconnected) and is securely connected to the alarm.
• Disconnecting the sensor pad from the alarm when the power is on will
cause the alarm to activate. This is called a “failsafe” mode. Disconnect
the sensor pad to make sure the failsafe mode works. DO NOT use the
alarm if the alarm does not sound when the sensor pad is disconnected.
Tips to Protect Sensor Pad from Damage
To avoid inconvenience to staff and patients, and to protect sensor pads from
damage, you should follow these steps:
• Only use Posey sensor pads with the Posey alarm.
• When routing sensor pad cord to alarm, check that there is slack in the cord.
• NEVER jerk or pull on the cord to remove plug. Doing so
will damage cord wires or plug.
• ALWAYS use the plastic tab to release plug.
• Make sure sensor pad air intake (“neck” of chair sensor
pad) is clear and not blocked. Air must fl ow freely in and
out of sensor pad for alarm to function. Make sure liquid
does not enter at “neck” of sensor pad, as this will damage
sensor pad. If needed, use an incontinence pad to protect
sensor pad from urine or other liquids.
• NEVER roll, fold or crease sensor pad. This will damage sensor pad and may
cause false alarm or no alarm.
• Make sure sensor pad lays FLAT on bed surface, directly under patient’s
weight, and that sensor pad cord is not folded back under the sensor pad.
Neck
Sensor
Pad Cable
Plastic Tab
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Posey
Stretcher Sensor Pad
Application Instructions
Failsafe Feature
Posey Alarms contain a “failsafe” feature that activates the Posey alarm if the
sensor pad is removed from the alarm when the power is on.
Posey Alarm and Use of Physical Restraints
The use of physical restraints should be a last resort, and only after a full physical
and mental assessment by the facility healthcare team. If the patient’s Care Plan
calls for the use of a restraint, staff should read and follow all instructions and
warnings for the device you choose.
The position of the sensor pad is vital when using a restraint. Make sure the
restraint is applied correctly per instructions for that device. Straps must NOT
cross over sensor pad.
For stretcher use, sensor pad should be placed under patient’s buttocks so alarm
will activate if patient sits up, tries to climb over side rails, or scoots to bottom of
stretcher (see front side).
• ALWAYS use Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup (HBSW*) compliant bed side rails.
Use gap fi llers to reduce the risk that patients’ body or limbs may fi t over,
under, around, through or between rails.
• Full compliant side rails must be UP when restraints are used on a patient.
To reduce the risk of entrapment, use side rail covers, especially with split side
rails. A failure to do so may result in serious injury or death if patient’s body goes
Cleaning
• Dampen (but DO NOT soak) a clean cloth with disinfectant. Use extra care to
clean sensor pad cord plugs.
• To reduce the risk of damage, NEVER use Phenol based disinfectants;
immerse in liquid; or sterilize with heat.
• Use a clean, DRY cloth to dry all parts.
Storage
• Store pad sensor pads fl at or hang in a dry, secure environment. DO NOT
roll, bend or fold sensor pads, as it may damage internal electronic parts and
cause a malfunction.
• This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments.
• This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at normal
humidity levels (10 to 50%). Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that may
damage product materials (greater than 90%).
Disposal
Dispose of per facility policy. Be sure to follow all laws that apply.
Warranty:
This product is warrantied for fi fteen (15) days from date of fi rst use.
See Posey Catalog for Warranty details. Reprocessing sensor pads voids
warranty. Removing label from sensor cord voids warranty.
under, around, through or between the bed side rails.
Posey® Grip Non-Slip Matting (Optional, can be purchased separately)
Description of product:
Posey Grip is non-slip matting material for use as a positioning aid directly
under clothing or between two surfaces (a wheelchair seat and cushion, for
example), or as a placemat or work surface to stabilize dishes. Convenient
and economical, Posey Grip comes in a roll, is machine washable and
reusable, and does not attract lint.
Dimensions
12” x 120” (30 cm x 3 m)
Application Instructions
1. Unroll the Posey Grip to the desired length.
• Using a sharp scissor, cut the Posey Grip.
• Secure the Posey Grip in place.
• MONITORING – Follow facility policies and guidelines for frequency of patient
monitoring and to check skin integrity.
• Posey Grip is slippery when wet. DO NOT use in bathrooms or other wet
locations. Air-dry when wet. Do not use on lacquered or urethane surfaces, as
fi nish damage may occur.
• DISPOSAL – Properly dispose of product per facility policy for biohazardous
material.
When using Posey Grip alone to prevent sliding, the patient’s skin
must be protected by clothing to prevent “shearing.”
REF
6301 Green,
REF
6301B Blue,
REF
6301R Red
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.
Washing Instructions
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