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Patient transfer kit

US8887326B2 · kind B2 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 7, 2012
Grant dateNov 18, 2014
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Expiry dateSep 21, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G7/1021
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A patient transfer kit including an inflatable mattress, alternatively with a rigid top board with a patient restraint system on which a patient can be placed, when patient immobilization is required. A portable cart is included with a chamber for storage of a plurality of mattresses. The cart also has a gas/air blower and power supply system for powering the blower. The power system includes provision for drawing power from line AC/DC, and has a rechargeable battery and charger for maintaining the battery by connecting the supply to the line AC/DC. The mattress has a perforated bottom surface for exit of air to provide an air cushion, and is constructed with a white top surface and a dark bottom surface for optimum recognition of contamination, and identification of the bottom surface which must be placed downward. The cart is coated with an antimicrobial substance to minimize the risk of contaminants.

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