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Smart bath

a technology of bathing cart and bathing seat, which is applied in the field of bathing cart, can solve the problems of inconvenient patient cleaning, inability to complete cleaning, and ineffective cleaning method,

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-12-21
SAGI KOREN NAOHUM
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[0019] Furthermore, in accordance with the present invention, the filling hose is equipped with a one-way valve, in order to prevent water from flowing in the wrong direction.
[0020] Furthermore, in accordance with the present invention, the suction hose is equipped with a one-way valve, in order to prevent water from flowing in the wrong direction.
[0021] Furthermore, in accordance with the present invention, the rinsing hose is equipped with a one-way valve, in order to prevent water from flowing in the wrong direction.
[0023] Furthermore, in accordance with the present invention, the water storage tank is made of an insulated material in order to help maintain proper water temperature.

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This does not allow for complete cleaning and, in spite the labor required, is an ineffective cleaning method.
The cleaning received in such a position is not comfortable for the patient.
Furthermore, it is difficult for the caregiver to give a thorough bath and is not convenient.
However, none of the solutions offered above discloses a simple, efficient and portable system for bathing a non-ambulatory patient who is positioned on a bed, which comprises a self-contained unit with all of the components required for bathing said patient, including a disposable bathing sheet placed between bed and the patient, a temperature controlled water source and a wastewater disposal method.

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[0038] The current invention is a completely portable bathing system that houses all the items necessary, including a temperature controlled water supply, for bathing the patient in his own bed. Novel to this invention is the bathing sheet that allows for creation of a bath right on the patient's bed. The bath is created by simply placing the waterproof bathing sheet on the bed and the fastening it in such a way that it creates a bathing space. Assembly is straightforward and uncomplicated. As there is no need for the patient to get out of bed, there is also no need for the caregiver to lift the patient. The patient can receive a proper bath in the dignity and familiar environment of his own room.

[0039] Before use, the cart (1) is connected to a standard wall socket by the electric cable (2) in order to charge the power source (3). When the services of the Smart Bath are required, the cart is disconnected from the wall socket by unplugging the electric cable. The electric cable is ...

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Abstract

The present invention discloses an entirely mobile system and method for bathing non-ambulatory patients in the more convenient and pleasant environment of the patient's own bed. The invention consists of a maneuverable cart housing, a clean water supply and all other necessary apparatus and optional accessories for bathing a patient. A key feature of the Smart Bath is a special waterproof and disposable bathing sheet placed over the bed and under the patient which is easily and conveniently manipulated into the shape of a bath.

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FIELD OF INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to a bathing cart which contains a water dispensing and disposal system and all necessary attachments in a single mobile unit, for bathing bed-ridden patients in the convenience of the patient's bed where the cart is brought to the patient and a water-proof bathing sheet is placed on the bed in such a fashion that it creates a bath. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] There are currently several methods of cleansing bed-ridden persons. One is to “sponge-bathe” the patient while the patient remains in the bed. This does not allow for complete cleaning and, in spite the labor required, is an ineffective cleaning method. Another option is to place the patient in a wheelchair and wheel the chair into the public bathing or shower area, which involves lifting the patient out of the bed and into the chair. The cleaning received in such a position is not comfortable for the patient. Furthermore, it is difficult for the caregiver to give a thor...

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IPC IPC(8): A47K3/06A61GA61G7/00
CPCA61G7/0005
Inventor SAGI, KOREN NAOHUM
Owner SAGI KOREN NAOHUM
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