Ambu Mini Perfit ACE Instrucciones De Uso página 11

STEP 8
If the Ambu Mini Perfit ACE needs to be resized, disengage the safety locks and pull "OUT" on the
ratchet latches ("arrows") (Figure 7, Figure 8).
The Ambu Mini Perfit ACE may now be adjusted to smaller sizes (Figure 9).
Reset the ratchet latches by pressing "IN" on the "arrows" (Figure 10).
Now engage the safety locks by pressing DOWN on the safety buttons (Figure 11).
Collar Assembly
The collar is assembled as follows: (Figure 12)
Hold the collar near the tracheal opening with one hand. Place the index finger on the foam side of the
chin piece (on the center rivet) and the thumb on the plastic side of the chin piece (on the center rivet)
and simply flip the chin piece from the back of the collar to the front of the collar (Figure 13 and 14).
This automatically forms the chin piece and places it in the position of function.
Application
Proper application of any extrication collar requires two individuals. The first rescuer should maintain
stabilization and neutral alignment of the head and neck by grasping the head with a spread finger
technique (Figure 15).
1. The second rescuer should slide the front of the collar along the patient's chest and position the chin
piece. The collar body should rest on the top of the patient's shoulder and against the sternum without
gaps (Figure16). The patient's chin must rest securely in the chin piece in neutral alignment position
(Figure 17).
2. While holding the front of the collar in place, wrap the back of the collar around the back of the
patient's head and neck and secure to the front of the collar with the Velcro
3. Adjust the Velcro tab as necessary by holding the front cutout of the collar and tightening the Velcro
tab (Figure 18).
4. Adjustment of the size of the collar may be done on the patient as per your local protocol.
Warning
Maintain neutral head and neck alignment during the entire procedure. Once the collar is properly applied
and the patient is immobilized, the head should not be released. Further immobilize the head and neck
with head blocks or a head immobilizer and secure the patient to the backboard with appropriate
retention straps.
Supine Application
If the patient is supine, slide the back portion of the collar directly behind the patient's neck (Figure 19 or 20).
The collar may be applied from either side. Once the back portion of the collar is evenly positioned behind the
head, the front portion of the collar can be positioned under the chin (Figure 21). While maintaining the proper
positioning of the collar with one hand, attach the Velcro with the other hand (Figure 22). Ensure that the loop
Velcro tab is firmly attached and parallel to the fixed hook Velcro tab on the front of the collar.
Warning
Maintain neutral head and neck alignment during the entire procedure. Once the collar is properly applied and the
patient is immobilized, the head should not be released (Figure 23). Further immobilize the head and neck with
head blocks or a head immobilizer and secure the patient to the backboard with appropriate retention straps.
Cleaning
To eliminate any risk of cross infection between patients it is recommended to discard the product after use.
The surface of the product can be cleaned with water and a mild detergent or using a disinfecting agent.
Rinse it thoroughly with clean water and allow it to dry before reuse.
Before reuse, make sure that the product is intact and fully operationable. Otherwise it should be discarded.
Warranty/Guarantee
Ambu warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials when purchased
through Ambu or its authorized channels of distribution and used in accordance with recommended
procedures. Should any product be found to be defective when unpacked, obtain a return authorization
number from Ambu before sending it back. Repair or replacement will be made at no charge.
® tab (Figure 17).
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