Recommended Use:
Posey Crisis Criss-Cross Patient Safety Vests are intended for use with patients at risk from falls or requiring restraint to assist with medical treatment.
Posey Criss-Cross Vest Features:
The Posey Criss-Cross Vest is a versatile patient safety vest with tie ends for use on chairs or beds.
Posey Criss-Cross Vest Fabrics Available:
- Cotton
- Breathable Breezeline Mesh to keep patients cool
Posey Criss-Cross Vest Indications:- Patients who are assessed to be at risk of a fall which could result in injury
- Patients who require a positioning product to assist medical treatment
Applying the Posey Criss-Cross Vest While on a Bed
Put the Posey Criss-Cross Vest on with the V neck in front. Crisscross the straps, making sure to thread the left strap through the slot, and secure the ends to the movable part of the bed frame at waist level, out of the patient's reach. The patient should be able to breathe comfortably.
The straps should always be snug, but not interfere with breathing. You should be able to slide your open hand (flat) between the device and the patient. Make sure the straps are secured at a juncture of the bed frame and will not slide in any direction, changing position of the device. The Posey Quick Release Tie should be used to attach straps to the movable part of the bed frame.
This vest does not allow the patient to turn over in the bed.
Applying the Posey Criss-Cross Vest While on a Chair
Put the Posey Criss-Cross Vest on with the V neck in front. Crisscross the straps, making sure to thread the left strap through the slot, and secure the straps over the hips at a 45 degree angle underneath the seat, out of the patient's reach. Snug up tightness by pulling the strap around the back post, cross, and twist before securing. The patient's hips should be against the back of the chair. Make sure that straps are secured and will not slide in any direction, changing position of the device. The Posey Quick-Release Tie should be used to attach straps to the chair.
The straps should always be snug, but not interfere with breathing. You should be able to slide your open hand (flat) between the device and the patient.
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Size |
Patient Weight |
Chest Size |
Overall Strap Length |
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Small |
80 - 120 lbs. |
32 - 39 inches |
58 inches
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Medium |
110 - 155 lbs. |
37 - 45 inches |
61 inches
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Large |
145 - 190 lbs. |
43 - 49 inches |
64 inches
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X-Large |
180 - 230 lbs.
|
47 - 52 inches |
75 inches |
Weight and size measurements give a general indication of the proper size.
Individual physical characteristics should be taken into account before
determining appropriate size.
