NervPro™ Brochure
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Complies with ASA Advisory for the Prevention of Perioperative Peripheral Neuropathies [1] and AORN standards for safe patient care. C Proximal Pad - prevents pressure on Radial Nerve d A Ulnar Relief Level - relieves pressure on Ulnar Nerve D Multi Tiered Design - prevents stretch of Median Nerve B Hand Positioning Channel - secures neutral hand position Removable Foam Sections - fits all arm lengths - allows natural hand position ASA Advisory for Prevention of Perioperative Peripheral Neuropathies states: A “Arms should be positioned to decrease pressure on the postcondylar groove of the humerus (ulnar groove)” B “When arms are tucked at the side a neutral forearm position is recommended” C “Prolonged pressure on the radial nerve in the spiral groove of the humerus should be avoided” D “Extension of the elbow beyond a comfortable range may stretch the median nerve” • “When arms are abducted on arm boards, either supination or a neutral forearm position is acceptable” AORN Perioperative Standards and Recommended Practices [2] states: • “When the patient’s arms are placed at the side of the body, they should be in a neutral position (i.e. the elbows slightly flexed, wrist in a neutral position, palms facing inward).”

P R O T E C T Y O U R PAT I E N T ’S P E R I P H E RAL N E R V E S F O R ALL S U PI N E S U R G E R I E S POSITIONS YOUR PATIENT FOR ULTIMATE M PROTECTION OF UPPER EXTREMETIES • • • • • • • Minimizes pressure on Ulnar Nerve Provides natural hand positioning Prevents elbow extension Protects Radial Nerve Distributes weight over entire arm length Places arm in position of maximum comfort Keeps arm in naturall position during patient recovery K i t iti d i ti t SUPPORTS RISK MANAGEMENT GOALS • Provides your patients with highest standard of care • Compliant with ASA Advisory and AORN Standards...