Introduction; Intended Use; Indications For Use; Intended Clinical Care Environments - Welch Allyn 5002 Mode D'emploi

Introduction

Intended use

The Welch Allyn Masted Scales are intended to be used by clinicians for weighing
patients up to 660 pounds (300 kg) for model 5122, up to 880 pounds (400 kg) for
models 5002 and 6002, and up to 1000 pounds (454 kg) for model 5702.

Indications for use

The Welch Allyn Masted Scales are used by clinicians to weigh patients. An optional
height gauge is available on some models.
Masted scales can make contact with a patient's hands and feet. Contact duration is
intended to be limited to less than 30 seconds.

Intended clinical care environments

The Welch Allyn Masted Scales are intended to be used in the following clinical care
environments:
• Hospitals
• Ambulatory care centers
• Physicians' offices
• Other professional medical facilities

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equipment or other property, or loss of
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