Anti-Embolism Stockings

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bn-env-127198. Mariani F et al. Multicenter randomized trial comparing compression with elastic stocking(last accessed 15 November 2018).versus bandage after surgery for varicose veins. Journal of Vascular Surgery4. MacLellan DG, Compression Profiles of Anti-embolism Stockings, Australian & New ZealandJournal of Phlebology, Vol. 6(1): March 2002.2011;53:115-122.9. Amin EE et al. Clinical and economic impact of compression in the acute phase of5. Howard A. et al, Charing Cross Hospital, London:Randomised clinical trial of low moleculardeep vein thrombosis. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis 2018;16:1555-1563.weight heparin with thigh length or knee length anti-embolism stockings for patientsundergoing surgery; British Journal of Surgery, Vol. 91:2004, pp 842-847. AAXIS Pacific7A Bessemer St. BlacktownNSW 2148 AUSTRALIATel: 61 2 9881 3333Email: info@aaxispacific.com.auwww.aaxis.com.au

Hospital Butlerthrombexin 18 Hospital Butler is the ideal donningaid for use in day-to-day hospital care and in theoperating theatre.FeaturesSimple handlingTime-saving and economicalPain-free donning of clinical compression stockingsfor the patientCan also be used for lower leg injuriesDimensions: H 22.5cm x D 12.7cm x W 21.8cm (unadjusted) /W 26.5cm (full adjustment)User Instructions:1. By lifting the locking device the diameter of thethrombexin 18 Hospital Butler can be adjusted so that it canbe pulled up over the patient’s ankle, or calf if necessary,without contact.2. The topband is gathered up over the stirrup and thestocking pulled up.3. The stocking is pulled up until the colour mark appears atthe upper edge of the stirrup.4. The thrombexin 18 Hospital Butler is pushed up over theankle and – if possible – up to below the patient’s knee. Thethrombexin 18 Hospital Butler is pulled off downwards andthe stocking pulled up to the inguinal fold.5. The tension determines the length of the IONSKU/TU(MOQ)SKU/ SKU/Inner CTNThrombexin 18 Stocking Applicator Hospital Butler1N/AAAXIS Pacific7A Bessemer St. BlacktownNSW 2148 AUSTRALIAT. 61 2 9881 3333F. 61 2 9881 3322E. info@aaxispacific.com.au20aaxis.com.auV1.0

Anti-Embolism StockingsRecommendation for nurses If the ankle measurement is within the recommended sizes but the thighmeasurement is too large, then a below knee stocking should be fitted. If the calf measurement on a knee length falls outside therecommended range, then no stocking should be fitted to the patient. Measurements are taken after the patient has been lying down for20-30 minutes. Stockings are to be changed every 2 - 3 days or daily if patient isperspiring profusely or if the stocking is visibly soiled or follow as perhospital guidelines. Stockings can be worn 24 hours a day, recommended at night. Round off measurements to the nearest whole number if using ameasuring tape.e.g. : if ankle measurement is 22.5cm then choose Medium, if 22.4cm then choose Smallv1.0

Anti-Embolism StockingsWarnings and contraindicationsDO Make sure that worn stockings are smooth and never wrinkled Ensure correct fit of the stocking: Toe hole at ball of foot Heel centred in coloured area Knee/thigh length band in correct position Wear thigh length with waist attachement before underwear to maketoileting easierDO NOT Fold the knee/thigh length top band (can cause a tourniquet effect) Cut off the waist attachment from stocking to use for thigh length Twist stockings on application (can cause a tourniquet effect) Expose stockings to oils or grease (such as baby oil) to avoiddegradation of elasticity performance Do not bleach or iron AAXIS Pacific7A Bessemer St. BlacktownNSW 2148 AUSTRALIATel: 61 2 9881 3333Email: info@aaxispacific.com.auwww.aaxis.com.au

Anti-Embolism StockingsFeaturesHow to choose the correct stocking size1Use the colour-coded measuring toolto determine the ankle, calf andthigh sizes.KNEE LENGTH1. Measure ankle circumferenceto choose the stocking size.THIGH LENGTH2ANKLE1. Measure ankle circumferenceto choose the stocking size.2. Measure thigh circumferenceto select the regular or extra-wide stocking.The fleecy lined heel must be locatedon the heel and not stretched.Round off measurements to the nearestwhole number.* (e.g. if ankle measurement is22.5cm then choose Medium, if 22.4cm thenchoose Small)* if using a measuring tape.Product CodeSizeAnkleCalf0028040201Extra Medium23-2534-440028040204Large0028040214Large / Extra Wide0028040205Extra Large26-28Colour CodingCALFKnee Length (AD)The inspection opening must beplaced as indicated in the igh Length (AG)Product CodeSizeExtra Small0028060202Small0028060212Small / Extra Wide0028060203Medium0028060213Medium / Extra Wide0028060204Large0028060214Large / Extra Wide0028060205Extra Large0028060215Extra Large / Extra Wide20-2223-2526-2829-31The intelligent Top Band indicatorshould be square when the stockingis worn (Thigh length ur Coding72-9072-9080-100Thigh Length with Waist Attachment (AG)Product 003Medium23-2556-700028062004Large0028062014Large / Extra Wide26-28Colour Codingthrombexin 18 stockings last for atleast 20 washes. Hand wash ormachine wash on a gentle cycle.Dry in a clothes dryer using low heat(preferably in a cloth bag) or drip dry.64-8072-90(Circumference measurements in cm, colour code as per Measuring Tape)v1.0 Customer ServiceTel: 61 2 9881 3333Email: info@aaxispacific.com.auAAXIS Pacific7A Bessemer St. BlacktownNSW 2148 AUSTRALIAwww.aaxis.com.au

designed to facilitate the fitting of anti-embolism stockings in day-to-day hospital care and in the operating theatre. The device diameter can be adjusted to allow a non-touch fitting. Inspection Opening The inspection opening allows constant monitoring of potential neurovascular changes of the toes, without having to remove the stocking.

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