STRETCHER, CARRIER, on wheels, with side rail
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STRETCHER, CARRIER, on wheels
Definition
A manually-operated device consisting of a platform mounted on a wheeled frame designed primarily to facilitate easy transport of a recumbent patient within a healthcare facility. It may include side rails.
The device may also be used as a treatment table (e.g. in an emergency, recovery, or labour room), or as a bed in case of very high patient numbers (e.g. disasters).
Synonym
Mobile stretcher, wheeled stretcher
Specifications
Quality standards
Technical specifications
- Tubular frame: stainless steel 18/10
- Adjustable headrest
- Removable side rails
- Mattress: resistant, washable, fire-retardant plastic
- Cushions: foam, density: 21-25 kg/m³
- Carrying capacity: 150-180 kg
- 4 steel and rubber antistatic wheels (10-12 cm diameter), 2 with foot brake
- Dimensions:
- Overall: ± 200 x 60 x 80 cm
- Mattress: 180 x 50 x 4 cm
Instructions for use
Heavy-duty stretcher for hospital use. Intended to transfer patients from operating theatre to recovery room or intensive care unit.
Maintenance
After each use, the metal frame and the support platform must be cleaned and disinfected with a detergent/disinfectant solution for surfaces /non-invasive medical equipment. Prepare use-solution in concentration required. Always read the label and product information before use. Do not mix the with other products. Make sure to wet surfaces completely, use a wipe or towel, keep them wet for the whole exposure time.
ISO 7010 — Graphical symbols -- Safety colours and safety signs -- Registered safety signs
- Green, square or triangular
- E013: to indicate the location of a stretcher