Mckesson Gait Belt with Metal Buckle

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