16 VersaCare® Bed User Manual (161956 REV 2)
The nano Ag+® Technology with SmartSilver® Ions is available on all VersaCare® Bed
surfaces. This technology does not affect the operation of the surface.
X-Ray Cassette Sleeve
An x-ray cassette sleeve is available on some surfaces and permits a 17" x 14" x-ray
cassette to be inserted from either side of the coverlet. Before you put an x-ray cassette in
the sleeve, put the x-ray cassette in a pillow case. When the cassette sleeve is not in use,
keep the sleeve openings closed.
NP100
The NP100 accommodates a patient weight up to 500 lb (227 kg), a width up to 35"
(89 cm), and a height between 57" and 84" (145 cm to 213 cm).
The NP100 consists of two parts: the upper section and the lower section. The lower
section shortens and lengthens with the bed and helps to prevent pressure ulcers on the
patient's heels. To achieve heel relief, position the patient, then activate the Foot
Longer/Shorter caregiver control until the heels are properly aligned.
Treatment/Therapy Surfaces—A.I.R. and P500
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATION:
Use of active therapy surfaces with patients with unstabilized spinal cord injury
could cause serious injury to the patient.
The surface is not a substitute for good nursing practices. The surface should be
used in conjunction with a good risk assessment and protocol.
Sleep surface impermeability and pressure relief capabilities can be affected by
needle sticks or other bladder punctures and can cause the air system to fail (the
wrench indicator flashes). Caregivers should be instructed to prevent bladder
punctures caused by needle sticks and incorrect use of x-ray cassette holders.
Examine the surface for needle sticks or other bladder punctures.
Patients with body weight or length near the recommended limits should be
monitored more frequently for good results. It may be necessary to lower the head
section for better pressure performance.
The treatment/therapy surfaces accommodate a patient weight up to 500 lb (227 kg), a
width up to 35" (89 cm), and/or a height between 57" and 84" (145 cm to 213 cm). These
surfaces effectively redistribute pressure for patients weighing up to 500 lb (227 kg).
The P500 uses Advanced Microclimate® Technology (AMT) (next-generation Low Air
Loss). AMT operates continuously while the patient is on the bed and helps decrease
localized heat and moisture buildup that occurs between the patient and the surface. The
minimum patient weight for AMT to operate as intended is 65 lb (29 kg).
The P500 should always be used with the AMT coverlet installed.
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