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MPN: MJMUPTS-8
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Frequently asked questions
Do the arms fold down for easy patient transfers?
Yes, this chair is engineered with several features dedicated to safe and easy patient transfers:
- Fold-Down Arms: The ergonomic armrests are designed to easily fold down, which significantly simplifies the process of lateral patient transfers into and out of the chair.
- Enhanced Stability: The chair is equipped with heavy-duty 5-inch total locking casters. These casters lock both the axle and rotation, ensuring the chair remains securely positioned during transfers or toileting/bathing procedures.
- Seat Design: The seat features a slight backward tilt to actively minimize patient sliding for greater security while seated.
Does the chair feature healthcare-grade construction?
Yes, the MJM International 500 Series - Geri-Charis is built to rigorous Healthcare Grade standards, ensuring durability, patient safety, and high functionality in demanding clinical environments.
Key features of its robust construction include:
- Structural Reinforcement: The frame is heavily reinforced at all stress-related areas to guarantee exceptional longevity and reliable patient support.
- Materials: Components are constructed primarily of medical-grade piping material for the frame, with padded, anti-bacterial fabric covering on cushions (on select variants) to maintain hygiene.
- Secure Mobility: The chair features heavy-duty 5-inch total locking casters. These casters secure both the axle movement and rotation, ensuring the chair is completely immobilized when positioning the patient or performing transfers.
- Patient Safety: The full-padded seat is designed with a slight backward tilt to actively minimize patient sliding during use.
Does the design accommodate easy access for hygiene?
Yes, this chair is specifically engineered for efficient hygiene care. It features a removable center seat section that allows the chair to be positioned directly over a toilet, and its material composition is perfect for safe use in shower environments.
Can the chair be stabilized for safe transfers?
Absolutely. Patient safety is prioritized through integrated mechanical stabilizers:
- Flip-down out-riggers: These deploy to provide extra stability during the transfer process.
- Heavy-duty 5” total locking casters: These secure both the axle and the rotation, ensuring the chair remains completely stationary during patient movement.
Is the material easy to keep clean?
Yes, the chair is constructed with a healthcare-grade PVC frame that is designed for easy disinfection and maintenance. Furthermore, many configurations feature removable toileting panels and anti-bacterial fabric cushions, making it highly suitable for clinical environments where hygiene is a priority.
Is the weight capacity 300 lbs?
Yes, a 300-pound weight capacity applies specifically to the Standard 3-position recline Geri-CHAIR variant (18” internal width).
It is important to note that all models in the 500 Series - Geri-Charis line are built to high healthcare-grade standards, focusing on durability and patient safety:
- Reinforced Construction: All stress-related areas are reinforced to ensure product longevity.
- Enhanced Stability: Features flip-down out-riggers that maximize stability during crucial patient transfers.
- Secure Mobility: Equipped with heavy-duty 5-inch total locking casters that secure both the axle and rotation when engaged.
Does this chair use heavy-duty locking casters?
Yes, the Geri-Charis is equipped with a robust safety system, including heavy-duty 5-inch total locking casters. These specialized casters lock both the axle and the rotation simultaneously, ensuring the chair remains completely stable and immobile during patient transfers, bathing, or toileting procedures. This feature significantly enhances patient safety and stability in healthcare environments.
How does the chair prevent patient discomfort during use?
To ensure patient comfort and security, the chair is equipped with:
- Fully padded seating for extended support.
- A slightly backward-tilted seat design to naturally reduce the risk of patient sliding.
- An included head pillow to support the upper body and neck.
What are the primary uses for this chair?
The MJM International 500 Series Geri-Charis is ideal for bathing or toileting applications in patient care settings. It’s designed for versatility and ease of use by caregivers.
What versatile configurations are available?
The MJM International 500 Series Geri-Charis is a healthcare-grade system offered in highly versatile configurations designed to meet specific patient care and transfer needs. All variants feature robust, reinforced construction and heavy-duty 5-inch total locking casters for safety and secure positioning.
Key configurations available include:
- Universal Patient Transfer System (UPTS): This multi-functional model supports up to eight different functions, making it ideal for patient transfers, bathing, and toileting. Specific variants feature a detachable seat section for convenient hygiene access and may be configured with an extra-wide 20-inch internal width.
- Standard 3-Position Recline Geri-CHAIR: Optimized for resident comfort and positioning, this chair offers a 3-position recline capability. It is designed with an elevated padded legrest and footrest to help mitigate patient sliding. This standard model has an 18-inch internal width and a 300 lbs weight capacity.