Ask The Pros Archive:

Subject
Ankle Stirrups, 104-0069TMS

Question
DO THESE STIRRUPS COME WITH THE CLAMPS IF NOT DO YOU SELL THEM AND THE PRICE? IF NOT WOULD THESE FIT IN A UNIVERSAL CLAMP DIAMETER OF BAR? THANKS IN ADVANCE. DAWN

Answer
The C-Clamp is standard and included with the stirrups when ordered.

Subject
Shower Chair Commode w/ Closed Seat, LNG107CCSIPU

Question
Need dimensions of pan under chair to asertain whether fits in pan flusher.

Answer
This pail has a 12in opening (diameter) and is 7in deep, 8qt capacity.

Subject
Trilogy 100 Ventilator, 001IRTBEM

Question
What does the pressure mode S, S/T, T mean

Answer

• Spontaneous (S) Mode - The unit cycles between the Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure (IPAP) and Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure (EPAP) levels in response to patient triggering. The patient determines the respiratory rate.
  
• Spontaneous/Timed (S/T) Mode - The unit cycles between the IPAP and EPAP levels in response to patient triggering. If the patient fails to initiate an inspiration, the unit will cycle to IPAP based on a preset interval determined by the Breaths Per Minute (BPM) control.
  
• Timed (T) Mode - The unit cycles between the IPAP and EPAP levels based solely on the timing intervals as determined by the rate (BPM) and inspiratory time (% IPAP)  controls. The patient may superimpose spontaneous respirations over the IPAP and EPAP levels.

Subject
Display Handheld Ultrasound Doppler Vascular Combination, VC052CSDOP

Question
I need to know the manufacturers recommendation for cleansing this piece of equipment between patient use.

Answer

After every examination:

• Excess gel should be wiped off prior to docking the probe.
• Probes and main unit should be cleaned with a damp warm water cloth or presaturated isopropyl alcohol wipes or spray such as Transeptic® from Parker Laboratories, Inc.
• In particular, pay close attention to clean the seams along the plastic lines at the probe face but do not allow water or spray to enter through the connectors or speaker grill.
• To disinfect unit, use commercially available spray or wipe disinfectants registered with the EPA – such as Precise® QTB from Caltech Industries, Inc.
• Follow the manufacturers instructions and wipe unit until it is dry of solutions.
• Examiners should wash hands and change gloves after every exam. Refer to local and hospital policies for cleaning and disinfection policies.
• Store unit in a clean area free from dust and debris.
• Follow temperature and humidity guidelines.

Subject
Cleaning instructions- Doppler

Question
I am needing the manufacturer's cleaning instructions for the Handheld Ultrasound Vascular Doppler #VC052CSDOP

Answer

After every examination:

• Excess gel should be wiped off prior to docking the probe.
• Probes and main unit should be cleaned with a damp warm water cloth or presaturated isopropyl alcohol wipes or spray such as Transeptic® from Parker Laboratories, Inc.
• In particular, pay close attention to clean the seams along the plastic lines at the probe face but do not allow water or spray to enter through the connectors or speaker grill.
• To disinfect unit, use commercially available spray or wipe disinfectants registered with the EPA – such as Precise® QTB from Caltech Industries, Inc.
• Follow the manufacturers instructions and wipe unit until it is dry of solutions.
• Examiners should wash hands and change gloves after every exam. Refer to local and hospital policies for cleaning and disinfection policies.
• Store unit in a clean area free from dust and debris.
• Follow temperature and humidity guidelines.

Subject
Ultraviolet UV Portable Mini Room Sanitizer, VU-OBRUTMRS

Question
Will it kill penicillin spores.

Answer

Dear Paul:

Thank you for your inquiry  The unit is effective against Penicillium expansum, Penicillium roqueforti, Penicillium digitatum.   

Subject
Lisfranc ligament

Question
I need to know about a lesión of the Lisfranc ligament. Wat Is.the best For the foot for walking whith the lesión of the Lisfranc ligament. Thank you

Answer

It is recommended after the injury to not bear any weight or very minimal pressure on the foot for approximately ten weeks.

After this period, you could proceed to wearing a "cam walker" or shelled walking boot.  This still allows protection of the foot but also will allow you to bear some weight without re-injuring the foot.

Below is a link to some of our shell walkers that might be useful: http://www.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/SP/PPF/Param/809448_0_1_0/Products.asp

Subject
Shower Chair 41in Tall, 02CS-LVIPU

Question
Does this chair have a seat belt. My daughter does not sit up alone, we are currently showering her in a canvas wheelchair, she is sliding out of it. Please help belt dpes not really help, we need a deep chair back to front.

Answer
This shower chair does not include a belt as a standard feature, but our Shower Chair Belt is available as an optional accessory.

Subject
Non-skid Shoe Cover, 7008DMAISG

Question
I need booties for people to wear while touring an historic home. I want good quality as the booties are put on and taken off multiple times. Is this a good choice

Answer

All of our disposable shoe covers are considered "single use" products, however if they are worn lightly, they may be able to be adorned multiple times.

If you are looking for something with a non-skid bottom that would likely last for multiple uses, I might recommend our Dotted Bottom Shoe Covers.

Subject
Trilogy 100 Ventilator, 001IRTBEM

Question
What is the PEEP mean om the trilogy 100

Answer

Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) is the pressure in the lungs (alveolar pressure) above atmospheric pressure (the pressure outside of the body) that exists at the end of expiration. The two types of PEEP are extrinsic PEEP (PEEP applied by a ventilator) and intrinsic PEEP (PEEP caused by a non-complete exhalation). Pressure that is applied or increased during an inspiration is termed pressure support.

Applied (extrinsic) PEEP — is usually one of the first ventilator settings chosen when mechanical ventilation is initiated. It is set directly on the ventilator.
 
A small amount of applied PEEP (3 to 5 cmH2O) is used in most mechanically ventilated patients to mitigate end-expiratory alveolar collapse. A higher level of applied PEEP (>5 cmH2O) is sometimes used to improve hypoxemia or reduce ventilator-associated lung injury in patients with acute lung injury, acute respiratory distress syndrome, or other types of hypoxemic respiratory failure.