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Performance Steps

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Overhead traction bed set up.

NOTE: Inform the patient of your name and job title.

NOTE: A traction frame may be set up in absent of a patient. If a patient is occupying the bed inform
them of the procedure.(Refer to figure 3-x).

5. Insert each of the (4) I.V. post clamps into the I.V. post holders.
NOTE: The I.V. holders are located in each corner of the bed frame.

6. Secure (2) plain bars in (4) I.V. post clamps .
a. Place the plain bar ends in the clamp holder
NOTE: The clamp knob should be positioned to the outside of the bed for easier asses by the
technician.
b. Adjust the bars and close the clamps.
c. Lock the clamp bar holders.
CAUTION: It is extremely important for the plain bar to sit flush inside the clamp holder. An uneven fit
could further injury to the patient.

NOTE: It is the technician's preference to start at the foot or the head of the bed . Safety first, Safety
always.
7. Secure the (4) double clamp bars to end of plain bars.

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