Mechanical support definition
Mechanical support means an apparatus that is used to properly align a patient’s body or to help a patient maintain his or her balance.
Mechanical support means any article, device or gar- ment that is used only to achieve the proper position or balance of the client.
Mechanical support means any article, device, or gar- ment which is used only to achieve the proper position or balance of the resident, which may include but is not limited to a geri chair, posey belt, jacket, or a bedside rail.
More Definitions of Mechanical support
Mechanical support means any article, device or garment used only to achieve proper body position or balance of the resi- dent or in specific medical or surgical treatment, including a geri chair, posey belt, jacket, bedside rail or protective head gear.
Mechanical support means a mechanical device used to support an individual's proper body position, balance, or alignment.
Mechanical support means any article, device or garment that is used only to achieve the proper position or balance of the client.
Mechanical support means any article, device, or garment which is used only to achieve the proper position or balance
Mechanical support which means a device used to achieve proper body position, designed by a physical therapist and approved by a physician, or designed by an occupational therapist, such as braces, standers and gait belts, but not including protective devices;
Mechanical support means a mechanical device used to:
Mechanical support. : means any article, device, or garment which is used only to achieve the proper position or balance of the resident, which may include but is not limited to a geriatric chair, posey belt, or jacket, waist belt, pillows, or wedges. Necessity for mechanical support use must be documented in the resident’s record and such use must be outlined in the resident's needs and supports care plan. Mechanical supports shall not be considered physical restraints when used pursuit to the residents needs and supports care plan.