Prism Universal Quilted Sling with Head Support

Description

For general transfer situations, the Prism Universal Quilted Sling with Head Support is the most commonly used patient sling. This sling will provide optimal functionality during lifting and transfers with maximum comfort, support, and ease of use. It’s used to lift patients from the ground, a wheelchair, a bed, a geriatric chair, or even a shower chair. The loops on this sling are color-coded to accommodate different seating positions. During transfers, guide handles aid in proper positioning, and center markers ensure that the sling is properly positioned.

Prism Universal Quilted Sling with Head Support Features

• Multiple color-coded loops that accommodate for various seating positions
• Covered strap connections points to protect the skin
• Sling label serves as a sling information reference
• User care plan is supplied with every sling
• Guide handles to facilitate correct handling during transfers
• Center markers assists the caregiver in correctly positioning the sling
• Side straps even the weight distribution
• Comfortable
• Quilted leg sections and no binding on outer leg section for added comfort
• Generous commode aperture for toileting
• Slip fit material on outer leg sections to aid sling application/removal
• Note: This product cannot be returned once opened.

What to buy with Prism Medical Universal Sling

• Lavin Reusable Lift Straps
• Invacare Chain For Standard Series Slings
• Aqua Creek Pool Lift Chest Strap

Guidelines for Universal Quilted Sling With Head Support

Clinical Applications

Appropriate for a client who:

• Requires head support
• Requires lateral support
• Needs or wants to sit at 90ohip flexion (Chair Position)
• Has intact lower limbs or who has unilateral below the knee amputation

Sizing Guidelines

• Universal slings should be assessed for the proper size by utilizing the point at which the shoulder strap attaches to the sling body. This point should:
  – Height: Fall between the deltoid point and the top of the ear
  – Width/Circumference: Fall between the anterior crease of the shoulder (the point at which the deltoid muscle and chest meet) and the centerline of the body
• The need for head support, when using the Universal sling, needs to be determined. The leg straps should also be assessed to determine if there is an appropriate amount of material available, to ensure the comfort of the sling
• Remember to use your best clinical judgment when choosing a sling size that best fits your patient. People come in all different shapes and sizes and two people may weigh the same or be the same height but require different sized slings
• If the patient weighs over 400lbs a sling consultation is recommended

Washing Instructions

• The sling should be inserted into a washer/laundry bag prior to being placed into the washer. This is to prevent any unusual wear and tear of the sling by the agitator and/or other parts of the washing machine
• Use mild detergent
• Set the washing machine to warm wash/cold rinse cycle
• Do not dry on steam pipes, conventional heaters, wood stoves, or other similar devices
• Tumble dry on-air/fluff cycle only, or hang dry
• Do not use chlorine-based bleach
• Do not dry clean

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