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Head extension and transport handle system

US11648162B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 23, 2020
Grant dateMay 16, 2023
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Expiry dateJun 3, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G2203/723
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A patient support apparatus includes a base frame and an upper frame configured to support a mattress. The upper frame has a head portion including a recessed edge. Lift arms are coupled to the upper frame and configured to adjust a position of the upper frame. A first handle is coupled to the head portion on a first side of the recessed edge. A second handle is coupled to the head portion on a second side of the recessed edge. The first and second handles are configured to pivot inboard and toward one another to a lowered position extending over the upper frame adjacent to the recessed edge. An intravenous pole is pivotally coupled to the head portion and is adjustable between a deployed position and a stowed position. The intravenous pole extends along a rear wall of the recessed edge over the upper frame when in the stowed position.

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