Durable medical equipment.BATHING EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES Apollo Apollo (əpŏl`ō), in Greek religion and mythology, one of the most important Olympian gods, concerned especially with prophecy, medicine, music and poetry, archery, and various bucolic arts, particularly the care of flocks and herds. Corporation Somerset Somerset, cities, United States Somerset. 1 City (1990 pop. 10,733), seat of Pulaski co., S Ky., in a farm, coal, and limestone area of the Cumberland foothills; inc. 1810. , WI Contact: Nikki Nikki may refer to: Niiki williams who lives in wales... she is a clown an she smells... really bad....
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Ph. (800) 323-1245 Fax (888) 594-2756 E-mail: amy.mccaw@arjousa.com Web: www.arjo.com Arjo offers a complete line of bathing, showering, and lift/transport systems and accompanying skin care products for long-term Long-term Three or more years. In the context of accounting, more than 1 year. long-term 1. Of or relating to a gain or loss in the value of a security that has been held over a specific length of time. Compare short-term. and acute care facilities. Arjo systems enhance resident care, while reducing the risk of staff back injuries, for a more efficient healthcare provider environment. Arjo also focuses on infection control with the Tornado tornado, dark, funnel-shaped cloud containing violently rotating air that develops below a heavy cumulonimbus cloud mass and extends toward the earth. The funnel twists about, rises and falls, and where it reaches the earth causes great destruction. and Ninjo NinJo is a meteorological software system. It is a community project of the German, Canadian, Danish and Swiss meteorological services and the German military. It consists of modules for monitoring weather events, editing point forecasts and viewing meteorological data. (flusher flush 1 v. flushed, flush·ing, flush·es v.intr. 1. To turn red, as from fever, embarrassment, or strong emotion; blush. 2. disinfector) disinfectants and Flites (disposable disposable Nursing adjective Referring to that which is discarded or disposed of noun An item used in health care-related Pt contact which is discarded after use–eg masks, gloves, gowns, needles, paper products, syringes, wipes. See Biohazardous waste. slings). SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 59 WRITE 1673 ON READER SERVICE CARD Clarion A family of application development systems for Windows from SoftVelocity, Inc., Pompano Beach, FL (www.softvelocity.com). Clarion provides a comprehensive set of tools for development, including a screen builder, 4GL and application generator. Bathware Shippenville, PA Contact: Lee Wentling Ph. (800) 576-9228 Fax (814) 226-0730 E-mail: lwentling@clarionbathware.com Web: www.clarionbathware.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15 WRITE 1043 ON READER SERVICE CARD Invacare Continuing Care continuing care a professional convention that a veterinarian who is treating an animal is obliged to continue treating that case unless an arrangement is made with its custodian to transfer the care to another practitioner or to a specialist. Group St. Louis, MO Contact: Dan Roberts Dan Roberts (born 22 May 1967, Winnipeg, Manitoba) is the bassist for the Canadian rock band Crash Test Dummies, and brother of their lead singer, Brad Roberts. A keen amateur cook, he won Canadian Living magazine's 'Cook of the Year' in 2006 [1]. Ph. (800) 347-5440 Fax (800) 797-8402 E-mail: sales_iccg@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE COVER 2 WRITE 1110 ON READER SERVICE CARD MasterCare Patient Equipment, Inc. Columbus, NE Contact: Diane Walkowiak Ph. (800) 798-5867 Fax (402) 563-9102 E-mail: mastercarepeinc@frontiernet.net Web: www.mastercarebath.net MasterCare Patient Equipment, Inc., is celebrating ten years of manufacturing a complete line of bathing systems. MasterCare designs ergonomic ergonomic - Concerning ergonomics or exhibitting good ergonimics. and economic patient care solutions, incorporating such features as BathAire, barrier-free barrier-free adjective Pertaining or referring to structural or architectural design that does not impede use by individuals with special physical needs. See American with Disabilities Act, Architectural barrier, Barrier. access, and a no-lift/low-lift bathing philosophy. With our national distribution chain, we can provide local demonstrations, in-service in-service In-service training adjective Referring to any form of on-the-job training noun In-service training of an employee training, and support after the sale. The needs of your facility, residents, and staff are our number-one priority. MasterCare equipment is made in the USA. WRITE 1143 ON READER SERVICE CARD Penner Patient Care, Inc. Aurora Aurora, cities, United States Aurora (ərôr`ə, ô–). 1 City (1990 pop. 222,103), Adams and Arapahoe counties, N central Colo., a growing suburb on the east side of Denver; inc. 1903. , NE Contact: Lee Penner Ph. (800) 732-0717 Fax (402) 694-5319 E-mail: pennersales@hamilton Hamilton, city, Bermuda Hamilton, city (1990 est. pop. 3,100), capital of Bermuda, on Bermuda Island. It is a port at the head of Great Sound, a huge lagoon and deepwater harbor protected by coral reefs. .net Web: www.pennercareinc.com Penner Patient Care has been a leading provider of bathing systems to the healthcare industry for 24 years. The Superior[TM], a time-tested concept; the Cascade A connected series of devices or images. It often implies that the second and subsequent device takes over after the previous one is used up. For example, cascading tapes in a dual-tape backup system means the second tape is written after the first one is full. [TM] side-entry system with Reservoir and Transfer; and the Pacific[TM], a heightadjustable recumbent recumbent /re·cum·bent/ (re-kum´bent) lying down. re·cum·bent adj. Lying down, especially in a position of comfort; reclining. system with Stretcher stretcher /stretch·er/ (strech´er) a contrivance for carrying the sick or wounded. stretch·er n. , are made in the USA and are available with Whirlpool whirlpool, revolving current in an ocean, river, or lake. It may be caused by the configuration of the shore, irregularities in the bottom of the body of water, the meeting of opposing currents or tides, or the action of the wind upon the water. or Aqua-Aire. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 65 WRITE 1794 ON READER SERVICE CARD TR Group, Inc. Glenview, IL Contact: Sharon Grason Ph. 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Specifically, Hypoguard develops, manufactures, and distributes diagnostic products and related medical devices to monitor chronic conditions, such as diabetes, and to screen for acute conditions utilizing blood and urine urine, clear, amber-colored fluid formed by the kidneys that carries metabolic wastes out of the body (see urinary system). As the blood circulates it collects excretory products from the tissues and these substances are separated from the blood by the kidneys and diagnostics (1) Software routines that test hardware components (memory, keyboard, disks, etc.). Diagnostics are often stored in ROM chips and activated on startup. (2) Error messages in a programmer's source code that refer to statements or syntax that the compiler or assembler . These products include blood glucose blood glucose Diabetology The principal sugar produced by the body from food–especially carbohydrates, but also from proteins and fats; glucose is the body's major source of energy, is transported to cells via the circulation and used by cells in the presence meters and test strips, safety lancets, urine reagent strips reagent strip Dipstick, see there , infusion products, safety syringes, and safety scalpels. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 57 WRITE 1807 ON READER SERVICE CARD GERIATRIC geriatric /ger·i·at·ric/ (jer?e-at´rik) 1. pertaining to elderly persons or to the aging process. 2. pertaining to geriatrics. ger·i·at·ric adj. 1. RECLINERS Hospital Equipment Recycled 4-U Salisbury, NC Contact: Ken Taffaro Ph. (800) 616-5376 Fax (704) 637-0849 E-mail: ray@hospequip4u.com Web: www.usedhospitalbeds.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 191 WRITE 1841 ON READER SERVICE CARD Invacare Continuing Care Group St. Louis, MO Contact: Dan Roberts Ph. (800) 347-5440 Fax (800) 797-8402 E-mail: sales_iccg@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com SEE OUR AD ON COVER 2 WRITE 1528 ON READER SERVICE CARD [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kwalu Ridgeland, SC Contact: Michael Snaid Ph. (800) 405-3441 Fax (843) 726-9230 E-mail: info@duragroup.com Web: www.kwalu.com Kwalu offers a full range of complete interior solutions specifically designed for use in senior environments. Kwalu casegoods, seating, tables, and wall-protection systems are scuff-resistant, Class 'A' fire-rated, and waterproof. Backed by the industry's only 10-year warranty on construction and finish, our renewable surface is easily repaired in seconds. We offer hundreds of designs, full custom capabilities, and dozens of finish options. Manufactured with recycled material, our furniture can be fully recycled. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 89 WRITE 1649 ON READER SERVICE CARD Optima Products Long Lake, MN Contact: Marvin Smith Marvin "Smitty" Smith (born June 24, 1961) is an American jazz drummer and composer. Smith has been the drummer on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno since January 30, 1995. Ph. (888) 990-9394 Fax (952) 745-0197 E-mail: marv@optimaol.com Web: www.optimaol.com WRITE 1157 ON READER SERVICE CARD Total Care Corp. Rockville, MD Contact: Leesa Foster Ph. (800) 334-3802 Fax (800) 221-3876 E-mail: totalcare@sprintmail.com Web: www.total-med.com WRITE 1486 ON READER SERVICE CARD Winco Ocala, FL Contact: Richard Guare Ph. (352) 854-2929 Fax (352) 854-9544 E-mail: rguare@wincomfg.com Web: www.wincomfg.com For more than 56 years, Winco has been a leader in the manufacturing of geriatric reclining chairs. Attention to detail and quality are the cornerstones on which we design and manufacture all of our recliners. Winco offers the largest selection of geriatric recliners of any manufacturer. Our chairs are manufactured in the USA, providing you with quality, value, selection, and years of service. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 53 WRITE 1791 ON READER SERVICE CARD LIFTS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ARJO, Inc. Roselle, IL Contact: Amy McCaw Ph. (800) 323-1245 Fax (888) 594-2756 E-mail: amy.mccaw@arjousa.com Web: www.arjo.com Arjo offers a complete line of bathing, showering, and lift/transport systems and accompanying skin care products for long-term and acute care facilities. Arjo systems enhance resident care, while reducing the risk of staff back injuries, for a more efficient healthcare provider environment. Arjo also focuses on infection control with the Tornado and Ninjo (flusher disinfector) disinfectants and Flites (disposable slings). SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 59 WRITE 1674 ON READER SERVICE CARD Direct Supply Milwaukee, WI Ph. (800) 634-7328 Fax (800) 770-1707 E-mail: deardirect@directs.com Web: www.directsupply.net SEE OUR ADS ON PAGES 44-45 AND COVER 4 WRITE 1255 ON READER SERVICE CARD Guldmann, Inc. Tampa, FL Contact: Linda Bowman Ph. (800) 664-8834 Fax (813) 880-9558 E-mail: info@guldmann.net Web: www.guldmann.com WRITE 1086 ON READER SERVICE CARD Invacare Continuing Care Group St. Louis, MO Contact: Dan Roberts Ph. (800) 347-5440 Fax (800) 797-8402 E-mail: sales_iccg@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com SEE OUR AD ON COVER 2 WRITE 1111 ON READER SERVICE CARD [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Liko, Inc. Franklin, MA Contact: Melissa Nowitz Ph. (888) 545-6671 Fax (508) 528-6642 E-mail: mnowitz@likoinc.com Web: www.liko.com Liko products are characterized char·ac·ter·ize tr.v. character·ized, character·iz·ing, character·iz·es 1. To describe the qualities or peculiarities of: characterized the warden as ruthless. 2. by a unique combination of ergonomic and aesthetic considerations, plus the use of high-strength, lightweight materials, reliance on sound engineering principles and, most importantly Adv. 1. most importantly - above and beyond all other consideration; "above all, you must be independent" above all, most especially , direct customer input regarding safety and ease of use. In addition to a wide variety of lifting devices, Liko manufactures the industry's most extensive line of slings and lifting accessories. Products range from compact, lightweight mobile lifting and "sit-to-stand" devices to high-capacity bariatric Bariatric Pertaining to the study, prevention, or treatment of overweight. Mentioned in: Malnutrition overhead and mobile lifts. WRITE 1620 ON READER SERVICE CARD Medcare Products Burnsville, MN Contact: Glenn VanHulzen Ph. 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Medical, Long-Term Care long-term care (LTC), n the provision of medical, social, and personal care services on a recurring or continuing basis to persons with chronic physical or mental disorders. Division Stevens Point Stevens Point, city (1990 pop. 23,006), seat of Portage co., central Wis., on the Wisconsin and Plover rivers; inc. 1858. The major industries are insurance and the manufacture of wood products, cheese, furniture, and fishing equipment. The Univ. , WI Contact: Wendy Young Ph. (800) 826-0270 Fax (800) 457-8827 E-mail: sunrise_ltc@sunmed.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 2 WRITE 1584 ON READER SERVICE CARD SureHands Lift & Care Systems Pine Island Pine Island is the name of several places in the North America: Islands
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Specifically, Hypoguard develops, manufactures, and distributes diagnostic products and related medical devices to monitor chronic conditions, such as diabetes, and to screen for acute conditions utilizing blood and urine diagnostics. These products include blood glucose meters and test strips, safety lancets, urine reagent strips, infusion products, safety syringes, and safety scalpels. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 57 WRITE 1741 ON READER SERVICE CARD James Consolidated, Inc. Walnut Creek Walnut Creek, residential city (1990 pop. 60,569), Contra Costa co., W Calif., in the San Francisco Bay area; inc. 1914. It is the trade and shipping center of an extensive agricultural area where walnuts are among the major product. , CA Contact: Ingrid James Ph. (800) 884-3317 Fax (925) 935-2552 E-mail: jamescon@astound a·stound tr.v. a·stound·ed, a·stound·ing, a·stounds To astonish and bewilder. See Synonyms at surprise. 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SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 59 WRITE 1676 ON READER SERVICE CARD Invacare Continuing Care Group St. Louis, MO Contact: Dan Roberts Ph. (800) 347-5440 Fax (800) 797-8402 E-mail: sales_iccg@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com SEE OUR AD ON COVER 2 WRITE 1114 ON READER SERVICE CARD Kwalu Ridgeland, SC Contact: Michael Snaid Ph. (800) 405-3441 Fax (843) 726-9230 E-mail: info@duragroup.com Web: www.kwalu.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 89 WRITE 1659 ON READER SERVICE CARD SHOWER UNITS/SUPPLIES Clarion Bathware Shippenville, PA Contact: Lee Wentling Ph. (800) 576-9228 Fax (814) 226-0730 E-mail: lwentling@clarionbathware.com Web: www.clarionbathware.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15 WRITE 1464 ON READER SERVICE CARD Invacare Continuing Care Group St. Louis, MO Contact: Dan Roberts Ph. (800) 347-5440 Fax (800) 797-8402 E-mail: sales_iccg@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com SEE OUR AD ON COVER 2 WRITE 1115 ON READER SERVICE CARD Postcraft Company Tucson, AZ Contact: Andi Cross Ph. 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Our easy-care vinyl vinyl /vi·nyl/ (vi´nil) the univalent group CH2dbondCH—. vinyl chloride a vinyl group to which an atom of chlorine is attached; the monomer which polymerizes to polyvinyl chloride; it is toxic or nylon shower curtains, with reinforced header (1) In a disk or tape file, a set of data that resides permanently at the beginning. It may be used for identification only (type of file, date of last update, etc.), or it may describe the structural layout of the contents, as is common with many document and database formats. , are mildewresistant. SNAIR SNAIR Smart Navigators to Access and Integrate Resources , a disposable shower drain insert, saves time and costs of unclogging shower drains. Easy to install. Call for your sample. WRITE 1163 ON READER SERVICE CARD WHEELCHAIR ACCESSORIES Air Movement Technologies, Inc. N. Syracuse, NY Contact: John McAuley Ph. 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Not suited to circumstances or needs; unsuitable: improper shoes for a hike; improper medical treatment. 2. maintained or fitted wheelchairs. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), agency of the U.S. Public Health Service since 1973, with headquarters in Atlanta; it was established in 1946 as the Communicable Disease Center. Tempur-Pedic Medical, Inc. Lexington, KY Contact: Rick Fontaine Ph. (888) 255-3302 Fax (888) 514-4899 E-mail: ultimate@tempurmed.com Web: www.tempurmed.com At Tempur-Pedic Medical, Inc., our goal is to become a partner with the healthcare industry to improve skin- and wound-care outcomes and reduce treatment costs. Tempur-Pedic provides a complete line of pressure-management support surfaces using TEMPUR viscoelastic material. Our products include therapeutic mattresses, advanced therapy surfaces, wheelchair cushions, pillows, and specialty pads, to name just a few. 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SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 59 WRITE 1677 ON READER SERVICE CARD Clarion Bathware Shippenville, PA Contact: Lee Wentling Ph. (800) 576-9228 Fax (814) 226-0730 E-mail: lwentling@clarionbathware.com Web: www.clarionbathware.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15 WRITE 1044 ON READER SERVICE CARD Invacare Continuing Care Group St. Louis, MO Contact: Dan Roberts Ph. (800) 347-5440 Fax (800) 797-8402 E-mail: sales_iccg@invacare.com Web: www.invacare-ccg.com SEE OUR AD ON COVER 2 WRITE 1117 ON READER SERVICE CARD MasterCare Patient Equipment, Inc. Columbus, NE Contact: Diane Walkowiak Ph. (800) 798-5867 Fax (402) 563-9102 E-mail: mastercarepeinc@frontiernet.net Web: www.mastercarebath.net MasterCare Patient Equipment, Inc., is celebrating ten years of manufacturing a complete line of bathing systems. MasterCare designs ergonomic and economic patient care solutions, incorporating such features as BathAire, barrierfree access, and a no-lift/low-lift bathing philosophy. With our national distribution chain, we can provide local demonstrations, in-service training, and support after the sale. The needs of your facility, residents, and staff are our number-one priority. MasterCare equipment is made in the USA. WRITE 1667 ON READER SERVICE CARD Penner Patient Care, Inc. Aurora, NE Contact: Lee Penner Ph. (800) 732-0717 Fax (402) 694-5319 E-mail: pennersales@hamilton.net Web: www.pennercareinc.com Penner Patient Care has been a leading provider of bathing systems to the healthcare industry for 24 years. The Superior[TM], a time-tested concept; the Cascade[TM] side-entry system with Reservoir and Transfer; and the Pacific[TM], a height-adjustable recumbent system with Stretcher, are made in the USA and are available with Whirlpool or Aqua-Aire. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 65 WRITE 1755 ON READER SERVICE CARD Whitehall Manufacturing City of Industry, CA Contact: Steve Stormes Ph. 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