The MDE NPRM proposed to require that diagnostic equipment used by patients in the seated position be usable with a patient lift and comply with either the proposed clearance in base...
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M302.4 Lift Compatibility (Section-by-Section Analysis)
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M302.4 Lift Compatibility
Diagnostic equipment shall be usable with a patient lift and shall comply with M302.4.1 or M302.4.2. EXCEPTION: Where diagnostic equipment meets the requirements of M303 and...
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1. Width and Depth of Wheelchair Spaces
The MDE NPRM proposed to require diagnostic equipment to have a wheelchair space that is at least 36 inches wide (proposed M303.2.2). The MDE NPRM further proposed two alternative...
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5.8.2.1 Height of Breast Platform At Time of Measurement
5.8.2.1 Height of Breast Platform At Time of Measurement. All knee and toe clearances should be measured when the top of the breast platform is set at 34 inches above the floor.
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6.1(4)(b)
(b) When patient bedrooms are being added or altered individually, and not as part of an alteration of the entire area, the altered patient bedrooms shall comply with 6.3, unless...
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Adjustable Height Range Considered
ANSI/AAMI HE75 further recommends that the height of patient support surfaces “should be adjustable to a position high enough to accommodate tall health care providers and the range of medical...
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Figure M3: Overview of M302 Diagnostic Equipment for Use by a Patient in a Seated Position
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Ramps M303:3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.2
Space constraints are of consideration in this recommendation, as medical equipment and adequate space in the acute care or in the medical office setting are often competing....
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1. Standing Supports
One commenter, a medical association, indicated that standing supports for imaging equipment vary widely based on the type of environment and specific imaging equipment being used....
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Radiologic Equipment
Radiologic Equipment There are many types of radiologic technologies and equipment associated with them, including MRI, x-ray, CT scan, bone densitometry, mammography, and...
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5. Edge Protection
The MDE NPRM proposed edge protection on the ramps leading up to the raised platform (proposed M303.3.3.4), but did not require edge protection on the raised platforms themselves....
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5.9.2.1 Standing Supports on Single Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces
5.9.2.1 Standing Supports on Single Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces. Standing supports should be located on both sides of platforms, a minimum of 34 inches...
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5.9.2.2 Standing Supports on Dual Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces Recommendations
5.9.2.2 Standing Supports on Dual Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces Recommendations The Committee recommends standing supports located on one side of the...
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5.9.2.1 Standing Supports on Single Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces Recommendations
5.9.2.1 Standing Supports on Single Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces Recommendations The Committee recommends standing supports located on both sides of...
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5.9.2.2 Standing Supports on Dual Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces
5.9.2.2 Standing Supports on Dual Ramped Entry Raised Platforms with Wheelchair Spaces. Standing supports should be located on one side of the platform, integrated into the platform...
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2.2 Entrances
Are there signs showing the locations of accessible entrances? If there are stairs at entrances, are there also ramps or lifts? Can...
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2. d. PATIENT RECEPTION DESKS
Reception desks should have a lower section where scooter and wheelchair users and people of short stature can easily communicate with staff. Compliant height range is 28 - 34...
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ADA25: #10 of 25 -- Hospital: VRI
What does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mean for VRI usage in hospitals? Find out as NAD intern Brian Lucas explains. View the entire #ADA25 series at...
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M305.3.1.2 Diagnostic Equipment Containing a Wheelchair Space
On diagnostic equipment containing wheelchair spaces with one entry that also serves as the exit, the length of the gripping surface of horizontal standing supports shall be equal to...
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(1) Adjustability: Minimum High Transfer Height
In the preamble to the MDE NPRM, the Access Board sought comment in question 14 on whether the final rule should require an adjustable height range of 17 inches to 25 inches; whether...
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2. b. WIDE AND EASY TO OPEN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DOORS
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2. a. iii. Clear (Path-of-Travel) Floor Space
Access also includes how people will move into and around lobby and office reception areas, and determine the unobstructed floor or ground space to accommodate a wheelchair user....
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M301 Diagnostic Equipment Used by Patients in Supine, Prone, or Side-Lying Position; M302 Diagnostic Equipment Used by Patients in Seated Position
M301 provides technical criteria for diagnostic equipment used by patients in a supine, prone, or sidelying position, and M302 provides technical criteria for diagnostic equipment...
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Figure M1: Overview of M301 Diagnostic Equipment for Use by a Patient in a Supine, Prone, or Side-Lying Position
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