Alarm - Clip Tab
Clip Tab Alarm is a personal safety alarm that attaches to the patient's clothing via a clip, with a cord connected to an alarm unit. If the patient moves beyond a set distance or attempts to stand without assistance, the tab detaches and triggers an audible alert, notifying caregivers immediately.
Operating Instructions
Emergency telephone number is on your equipment. (618)234-0202
Please follow instructions given by the equipment technician. Please follow your doctor's orders.
Set-up Magnetic Clip Alarm
- Attach magnetic alarm to wheelchair or bed.
- Place magnetic sensor in the sensor area.
- Clip cord to a piece of clothing the patient is not likely to remove, and out of patient's reach.
- A pull on the cord will cause the magnetic sensor to release sounding the alarm.
- Stop alarm either by replacing the magnetic sensor or turning the unit off.
- Patient/Caregiver demonstrates each step and has a solid understanding.
Cleaning
Clean monitor and pad as necessary by wiping with clean cloth.
Safety
- Test the alarm before each use. Inspect the pads and monitor regularly to be sure they are not damaged.
- Long cords can entangle with patient and be potentially dangerous. Use care and supervision.
- Do not place magnet closer than 6 inches of an implanted device.
- Alarms should be used in conjunction with an approved fall management program. It is not intended as a substitute for appropriate patient monitoring techniques.
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