Posey Bed Cradle and Foot Support - Manual

Posey Company • 5635 Peck Road, Arcadia, CA 91006-0020 USA
Phone: 1.800.447.6739 • Fax: 1.800.767.3933 • Web: www.posey.com

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Quality Products since 1937
Posey
®
Bed Cradles and Foot Supports
Wound prevention
Posey metal bed cradles help keep bed sheets and
blankets away from sensitive skin. The multi-piece
take apart design reduces storage space. Self-locking
clamps lock the cradles in position on the mattress.
Designed to fit mattresses 35” to 37” (89 cm to 94 cm) wide. Not
for use on air mattresses.
REF 6430 Bed Cradle, standard bed, rectangular,
36”L x 21½”H (91 cm x 55 cm)
REF 6435 Bed Cradle, standard bed, triangular,
36’”L x 24”H (91 cm x 61 cm)
REF 6436 Foot Support, poly/cotton cover for 6430,
36”L x 21½”H (91 cm x 55 cm)
REF
6437 Foot Support, poly/cotton cover for 6435,
36”L x 24”H (91 cm x 61 cm)
ApplicAtion instructions:
Be sure to follow your facility’s policies and protocols
regarding frequency of patient monitoring. Posey
recommends following Agency for Healthcare Research
and Quality guidelines for removing skin coverings
at least every two hours to check skin integrity and
circulation.
1. Raise the sliding “V” spring clamp and place the lower
metal base under the mattress in the desired position.
2. Lower the spring clamp against the mattress to secure
the bed cradle. Press the center of clamp down to
lock. To release, press down on the inner ends of the
clamp fingers (fig. 1).
3. Assemble upper rod support and insert into uprights.
4. Apply Posey Foot Support Cover (6436/6437) to the
applicable bed cradle if so desired.
NOTE: The Posey Foot Support (Cat. No. 6436/6437)
will not prevent lateral footdrop. Only specific Posey
Footdrop Splints (Cat. #’s 6412/6405) should be used to
help prevent severe footdrop.
Fig. 1
6430 6436 and 6430 Shown with optional Foot
Support Cover
6435
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.
LATEX
DisposAl
Properly dispose of the product per facility’s
policy for BIOHAZARDOUS materials.
Covers:
• These products can be machine washed under
CDC guidelines for material soiled with blood or
bodily fluid.
• For non-contaminated material, use lower temperature wash and dry cycles
to extend product life.
• Fasten all buckles to reduce risk of damage during wash and dry cycles. DO
NOT put buckles through extractors.
• Inspect all buckles and metal parts after drying. Discard if damaged.
Metal Frames:
• Wipe Clean with mild detergent. OSHA approved intermediate
level disinfectants can be used per manufacturer instructions.
• After cleaning, products MUST be rinsed with water to remove any
residual chemicals.
• Make sure products are completely dry before use.
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inspEction
Inspect before each use: check for broken
stitches or parts; torn, cut or frayed material; or buckles
that do not hold securely. DO NOT use soiled or
damaged products.
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:
lAunDErinG instructions: