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BariAir Therapy System

An integrated therapy system for the immobile bariatric patient

The BariAir™ Therapy System is an integrated therapy system designed to help manage the clinical challenges of immobile bariatric patients. Featuring low air loss therapy, rotation, pulsation and percussion, BariAir is designed to help clinicians manage the complex bariatric patient.

Features/Benefits

The BariAir offers features designed to prevent the complications of immobile bariatric patients in the critical care environment:

  • Low air loss22 surfaces distribute pressure and help to regulate the skin microclimate. Achieving the optimal range of skin temperature and humidity is a vital factor in the prevention and control of pressure ulcers.
  • Continuous lateral rotation (CLRT) therapy distributes pressure by constantly changing pressure points
  • Pulsation therapy23,24,25 mimics the body’s natural movements to improve blood and lymph flow, thereby increasing oxygenation and reducing oedema
  • Percussion therapy26,27 helps loosen pulmonary secretions and reduces the need for manual intervention
  • GORE® Medical Fabric helps maintain skin integrity by keeping it cool and dry and also serves as an effective barrier to fluid and bacteria
  • Expandable bed width adapts to different patient sizes, giving improved comfort, safety and dignity of care
  • Cardiac chair positioning facilitates up-in-chair provision, which may give better pulmonary position
  • Battery backup provides two hours of uninterrupted operation during transport and power cuts
  • X-ray cassette holder eliminates unnecessary patient transfers

Product Specifications

Mattress
Overall Dimensions: L 203 cm x W 91 cm

Bed width
Minimum: 102 cm
Maximum: 135 cm

Bed length
Overall: 226 cm
Patient Surface: 203 cm
Extended Patient Surface: 238 cm

Weight
Maximum recommended patient weight: 386 kg
Net product weight: 536 kg
Product weight (including built-in noise reduction kit): 550 kg

Articulation
Fowler: 65°
Leg drop: 72°
Trendelenburg: 14° +/- 2°
Reverse Trendelenburg: 14° +/- 2°

Cardiac Chair
Head: 25°
Foot: 30°
Trendelenburg: 14°

Patient Exit
Head 60° +/-10°
Foot 70° +/-10°
Reverse Trendelenburg 14° +/-2°

Electrical
Voltage: 230V AC
Maximum electrical leakage: <100 Microamps
Amps: 6
Frequency: 50 Hz

Classification
Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide

Warranty
One Year

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Product Use

Indications

  • Large patients up to 386 kg
  • Patients whose body weight and size pose a significant risk or care management issue for the patient or staff during the performance of routine nursing care
  • Large patient who is difficult to turn
  • Patients at risk of developing pressure ulcers
  • Patients with pressure ulcers
  • Large patients requiring percussion therapy

Contraindications

  • Unstable cervical, thoracic and/or lumbar fracture
  • Cervical and skeletal traction
  • Total weight in excess of 386 kg (including accessories)

Product Literature
View and download the GORE® Medical Sheet .

Prior to use, please consult product labelling and instructions for information on risks, precautions, warnings and detailed operating instructions.

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