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To Lift from the Floor
(Some attendants prefer to use a larger sling for this
operation.)
Raise and support the patient into a sitting, or half
sitting position. Feed the sling down the patient’s
back, bring the leg pieces of the sling into position.
Raise the patient’s legs over the chassis, and bring
the lifter into position as shown in figure 37. With
the jib as low as possible, attach the shoulder loops.
Bend up the patient’s knees to connect up the leg
pieces.
When lifting or lowering a patient who is supported
by a sling it is not necessary to use the brakes, this
allows the Lifter to move to the correct position
relative to the centre of gravity of the patient.
When the patient has been returned to the bed he/
she may be reclined before the sling is detached.
Using the Soft Stretcher
The soft stretcher is intended for use with the
stretcher frame and is available in two sizes, large
and extra large. It is also supplied in both plain
polyester or polyester mesh for washing use, both
types are available with or without commode hole.
To lift a patient using the stretcher frame and soft
stretcher proceed as follows:-
Identify the head of the soft stretcher, a label sewn
to the head end will confirm this.
Fig. 37
P1394e
Warning: Check all the loops are
securely attached before lifting.
Warning: Apply the castor brakes when
leaving the patient unattended or to keep
the Opera in position on a sloping surface.
Warning: When lowering the jib ensure
that the patient’s or attendant’s legs and
feet are well clear of the moving mast.
Warning: Position the soft stretcher
sling as shown in figure 38 by rolling the
patient as if inserting a drawsheet. Ensure
the top section of the sling (indicated by
the label attached to the sling) is under the
patient’s head, with the top edge of the
sling level with the top of the head. With
the stretcher frame as high up as possible
(but not to come into contact with the
patient, should it swing accidentally),
move the Lifter until the frame is directly
over the patient, the frame is symmetrical
and can be used either way round. (See
Fig. 39). Lower the stretcher frame
carefully over, and just clear of the
patient, aligning the centre of the frame
approximately over the patient’s navel.
Connect all the sling loops securely
(see fig 40). Note: The attachment straps
have several connection loops, choose
whichever loop is considered the best to
enable the patient to lie in the most
comfortable position. (See fig 41).
Fig. 38
P1393a
Using your Opera
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