Enveloping patient carrier having lateral and longitudinal support members
US7222378B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 25, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G10/005
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An enveloping patient carrier having a flexible top surface connected to a flexible bottom surface. The flexible top surface defines a re-closable torso opening, a face opening and a plurality of re-closable medical attention openings. The enveloping patient carrier also includes a plurality of carrying handles attached to the perimeter of the patient carrier. The carrying handles are coupled to a plurality of intersecting lateral support members and longitudinal support member which engage the bottom surface. This type of patient carrier aids in the protection of emergency personnel from hazardous fluids (gas and liquid) and also enhances the medical attention and treatment of patients.
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