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Demonstrate how to: 1) Attach T-pad to appropriate hoses, 2) Fill T-Pump with distilled water to the fill
line, 3) Set temperature to the proper prescribed level, 4) Plug the T-Pump into a properly grounded outlet,
5) Turn on T-Pump and let water circulate for twenty minutes before applying to patient.
When treatment is completed: 1) Turn off pump; 2) Close the hose clamps. *Note: Placing the pad above
the pump will drain the pad automatically; 3) Holding the pad above the pump, remove the fill cap of the
pump and drain water into the sink.
Discuss automatic shut off if T-Pump is tipped over when it is filled.
Cleaning/Maintenance/Troubleshooting
Clean outer surface of the T-Pump with a damp soapy cloth.
Clean pad with a mild soap and water solution. If body fluids or other potentially infectious material
(OPIM) is present, clean with a 1:9 bleach/water solution and allow 10 minutes to dry.
Drain pad and pump daily. Refill only with distilled water.
If “over temperature” light is on: 1) Pad or hose is kinked, or hose clamps are closed; 2) Water level is too
low.
If T-Pump will not heat: 1) T-Pump is tipped, 2) “Over temperature” light is on.
If T-Pump will not pump: 1) Water level is too low, 2) “Over temperature” light is on.
If T-Pump will not turn on: 1) The ON switch may not be fully engaged, 2) The unit is not plugged into an
electrical outlet. 3) The circuit breaker has tripped.
Contact Norco if any leakage from the pump or pad occurs.
Preventive Maintenance Schedule: Performed every six months (Gaymar).
TRAPEZE
Education
Discuss the purpose of floor, head and full-length trapeze (patient leverage, positioning and safety).
Discuss the qualification guidelines for trapeze. If patient is on Medicare: 1) Patient needs body positioning
and transferring within the bed, 2) Patient must have a hospital bed for an attached fixed trapeze, 3) Patient
must not have a hospital bed for a floor-based trapeze.
Demonstration
Discuss the differences between the use of floor, head and full-length trapeze. (See weight capacities for
trapeze type to be used.)
Identify components of trapeze (triangular grip, mounting hardware, chain, etc.)
Demonstrate proper assembly. Double-check all clamps and test by bearing weight on triangle. Trapeze
should not move.
Demonstrate how to adjust triangular grip (patient should have leverage enough to reposition or lift the body
with trapeze).
Discuss weight capacities: Floor trapeze (250 lbs.); fixed trapeze (250 lbs.); full-length trapeze (300 lbs.).
Cleaning/ Maintenance/Troubleshooting
Discuss cleaning (warm soapy water and cloth).
Contact Norco immediately if trapeze ever appears unstable.
Note: Refer patient/caregiver to their physician or physical therapist for instruction on patient transfers.
VENTILATOR or BiPAP S/T
Education
Discuss the purpose of invasive (ventilator) and non-invasive ventilatory support (BiPAP S/T):
1) To promote ventilatory rest, 2) To decrease work of breathing, 3) To treat Hypercapnia, 4) To treat
hypoxia/hypoxemia, 5) To maintain ventilatory support.
