stryker SofCare Bed Overlay Instruction Manual

stryker SofCare Bed Overlay

Product illustration

• A Head-end
• B Hose connection
• C Corner straps
• D Foot end
• E Lot batch code

Introduction

This manual assists you with the operation of the Stryker Model 2780-100-000 SofCare® Bed Overlay. Read this manual before operating this product and keep a copy on file. Set methods and procedures to educate and train your staff on the safe operation of this product.
Product Description
The SofCare Bed Overlay combines three layers of air cells to create a contoured support surface. An inflated SofCare Bed Overlay redistributes the pressure on the patient’s skin when placed on a mattress. The SofCare Bed Overlay is inflatable with compatible pumps.
Intended use
The SofCare Bed Overlay assists in the prevention and treatment of existing pressure ulcers and is for single-patient use. The product is for use by trained healthcare professionals or family members. Use this product in acute or long-term care or home healthcare settings. Use settings also include critical care, step-down, med/surge, sub-acute, and post-anesthesia care unit (PACU).
Contraindications

• Air support therapy is not recommended when spinal stability is a concern.
• This product is not intended to support a patient in a prone position.

Expected life
Sofware Overlay has a 30-day single-patient use expected life under normal use conditions.

Specifications

Stryker reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

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Operation

Setting up the product

1. Remove the product from the plastic bag. Place the product across the bed with the hose connection on the right side of a supine patient (Figure 2).
2. Standing at the foot end of the bed, unroll the cushion until you see the air valve on the right side.
3. Place the corner straps around the mattress cover.
4. Make sure that the hose connection location is easy to access. The air holes should face up for airflow.
5. Place a sheet and incontinence pad (if required) over the cushion (See Adding or changing linens).
6. Inflate the Overlay with or without the patient on the product.

Connecting the hand inflator pump to the product

1. Attach the screw cap nozzle of the hand inflator pump to the air valve on the cushion.
2. Use approximately 50 complete strokes to inflate the Overlay (1 complete stroke = 1 in and out motion).
3. Remove the hand inflator pump. In a rapid movement, replace the blue cap until sealed.
4. Check the pressure setting by hand.

Note: Overinflation may damage the Overlay.
Connecting an optional electric pump to the product

1. Install the pump on the foot panel of the bed. Plug the power cord into a hospital-grade outlet.
2. Screw the pump hose connector cap to the product connector. Do not cross the threads.

Adding or changing linens

• Apply the linens lose to avoid a hammock effect.
• Use minimal layers of sheeting and incontinence pads.
• Change the linens per your hospital procedures.

Maintaining patient comfort and protection
The Overlay has an under-inflated appearance and may not need inflation. The best way to determine proper inflation is to check by hand.
Checking pressure setting by hand
Check the pressure setting by hand to make sure that the patient receives the proper therapy. Perform a hand check with the patient in the worst-case position, which is the side-lying position. This position maximizes the pressure at the sacrum.

1. Slide your hand, palm up, with fingers flat, between the product and the mattress at the patient’s sacrum.
   Notes:

• Do not lean on the product or lift at the side as these actions can lead to false readings.
• Adjust the pressure setpoint until you can no longer feel the patient’s sacrum.

1.  If you can feel the bony prominence (Figure 3), inflate the product.
2. Wait two minutes and repeat the hand check until the you have adequate inflation (Figure 4).

Note: Check the patient at regular intervals as directed by hospital protocol.

WARNING/CAUTION/NOTE DEFINITION
The words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.

WARNING
Alerts the reader about a situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also describe potential serious adverse reactions and safety hazards.

CAUTION
Alerts the reader of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property. This includes special care necessary for the safe and effective use of the device and the care necessary to avoid damage to a device that may occur as a result of use or misuse.

Note: Provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions clearer.

WARNING

• Do not use this product with bed siderails down. Siderails are to remind the patient of the edge of the unit, not as a patient restraining device.
• Do not reuse this product on another patient to avoid the risk of cross-contamination and infection.
• Always deflate the product before performing CPR.
•  Do not use this product as a transfer device.
• Always keep the bedding dry. Failure to keep the patient’s skin dry may lead to maceration.
• Do not continue to use the product if a bulge in the top surface is present as this may reduce the reliability of the product function.
• Always secure the product to the mattress using the corner straps.
• Always inspect the product for tears, cuts, holes, or any other damage, before use.
• Always check the patient’s skin at regular intervals for redness or breaks. If redness or breaks in the skin occurs, consult the attending physician.
• Always consult the pump operations manual for use before connecting the system to this product.

CAUTION

• Always use minimal layers of sheeting and incontinence pads. Too many layers between the patient’s skin and the product lower the system’s ability to aid in pressure reduction.
• Do not pull linens too tight over the product to avoid the hammock effect and reduce the effectiveness of the product.
• Always latch the side rails when the bed is in a raised position.
• Always be aware that the use of a mattress overlay may reduce the effectiveness and coverage of a side rail.

Contact information

1. Contact Stryker Customer Service or Technical Support at 1-800-327-0770.
2. Stryker Medical
3. 3800 E. Centre Avenue
4. Portage, MI 49002
5. USA
6. Have the Lot batch code (E) (Figure 1) available when you call Customer Service. Include the Lot batch code in all written communication.

Deflating for CPR

1. Unscrew the hose connector cap (Figure 5) from the product.
2. For slow or partial deflation, insert a pen point or other device into one of the four holes in the valve disc (Figure 6). Air will escape at a slow pace.
3. For fast or complete deflation, pull the tab to remove the disc from the air valve (Figure 7).
4. Proceed per your hospital CPR procedures.

Cleaning

1. Clean the product with a clean damp cloth, soap, and water.
2. Wipe dry.
3. Dispose of the product according to your local waste management policy.

Note:

• Disinfectant cleaners will degrade the product. Do not use disinfectants such as solvents, alcohol-based products, or Virex TB germicidal products.
• Iodine-based disinfectants will stain the product. Staining does not affect the patient or the use of the product.
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