Mckesson Gait Belt Features
- Aid in patient handling and mobility
- Delrin buckles made of 100% nylon – quick release nylon buckles
- Offers maximum hold and increased durability
- Machine washable
- Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex
- Available in differen colors like: White, Fiesta Design, Pastel Stripe, Rainbow Design, Stars and Strips Design
Mckesson Gait Belts User Manual
Frequently Bought Together
- Humane Restraint Blanket Wraps
- Vive Wooden Transfer Board
- Bestcare Patient Transfer Sheet
How to use Mckesson Gait Belt?
- Ensure that the gait belt is the correct size and weight rating for the patient
- Position the gait belt around the patient’s waist, not the patient’s chest
- Push the tip of the belt fully into the buckle; ensuring that both buttons have sprung back and are securely held in the buckle
- The quick-release plastic buckle is opened by squeezing the two buttons on the top and bottom of buckle
- Pull the strap to tighten
- Adjust the belt to fit snuggly; allowing enough room to slide both open hands between the belt and the patient
- Tuck the excess under the belt to the patient’s side, if required
- Move the buckle to the back of the patient
- Verify that the belt is properly secured, positioned, and fitting before assisting the patient
- Securely grasp the belt from below with the palm of your hand facing way from the patient. Assist patient in accordance with the established procedures of your facility
Cleaning Instructions
- Wash warm
- Hand washing is recommended. Dry low
- Do not put belts through extractors
- Fasten all buckles before washing to minimize damage during wash and dry cycles
Warnings
- A gait belt should never be used if it will endanger the health or safety of the patient or caregiver
- Check with the patient’s health care provider for the appropriateness of a gait belt and precautions before using
- A gait belt is not for use as a restraint on wheelchairs, chairs, or beds
- Use gaits belts in strict accordance with your facility’s written procedures for approved assisted transfer, lifting, and walking procedures
- The caregiver must have the physical capability to assist the patient safely
- Two caregivers may be needed to assist some patients
- Gait belts are only to be used for assisting patients during transferring, lifting, and walking activities
- Inspect condition of belt before use. Discard the belt if damage to the belt or buckle is noted
- Do not exceed the stated weight limit of the gait belt
- The quick-release buckle should be positioned so that the patient cannot release the buckle during use
- Never leave the patient unattended with the gait belt applied
