Commode wheelchair with removable potty

Details

The Commode Wheelchair is a crucial piece of Medical Equipment that seamlessly integrates the functions of a wheelchair and a commode chair. It is an essential aid for individuals with severe mobility issues, offering enhanced independence, comfort, and safety during toileting. For customers in Tanzania and Africa, its multi-functionality and ease of cleaning address common challenges related to limited space and infection control, making it a highly practical and cost-effective home care solution.

Available Models/Sizes/Variations

This versatile device comes in a range of designs to suit various care needs:

• Frame: Durable materials like Chromed Steel (for strength) or Lightweight Aluminum (for easier lifting).
• Functionality: May be a Folding Model for compact storage/travel, or a fixed-frame Shower Commode built with rust-resistant materials.
• Wheels: Typically features four small, solid swivel casters for easy indoor maneuverability, all equipped with lockable brakes for safety.
• Key Features: Includes a removable, plastic commode bucket and a cushion seat cover for use as a regular transport chair.

Main Intended Uses

The device is indicated for three primary uses:

• Bedside Commode: Provides a convenient toilet solution in the user’s room, eliminating the strenuous walk to a bathroom.
• Roll-Over Toilet: The chair can be wheeled directly over a standard squat or pedestal toilet, acting as a raised safety seat.
• Transport & Transfer: Functions as a basic wheelchair for moving the user between the bed, room, and shower/toilet, significantly reducing the risk of falls during transfers.

Operating Instructions

1. Toileting (Bedside): Ensure the removable commode bucket is correctly placed under the seat. Roll the chair to the desired position and firmly engage all wheel locks.
2. Toileting (Over-Toilet): Remove the commode bucket. Roll the chair over the standard toilet, ensuring it is centered. Firmly engage all wheel locks before the user sits or transfers.
3. Transport: Ensure the user is securely seated and the seat cushion is in place. Release wheel locks. The caregiver pushes the chair using the handles.
4. Cleaning and Maintenance: Remove the bucket for daily disposal and disinfection. Wipe the PVC seat, frame, and exposed plastic parts with mild detergent or hospital-grade disinfectant solution. Ensure the chair is dried after exposure to water to prevent corrosion.

Potential Risks/Adverse Events

The primary risks are Patient Falls if the wheel locks are not engaged before transfer, or if the chair tips due to uneven weight distribution. Skin Pressure Injuries can occur if the user sits for extended periods without adequate padding or repositioning.

Interactions/Compatibility

Compatible with most standard commode bucket liners for easier cleaning. The chair’s height and width must be measured to ensure it can be safely rolled over the specific standard toilet used in the facility or home.

Warnings/Precautions

Localized Warning: Due to the material (often chromed steel), regular and thorough drying is mandatory after use in the shower or humid environments to prevent rusting and frame degradation. Always check the security of the wheel locks and the stability of the frame before placing full weight onto the chair for a transfer. Do not exceed the chair’s specified weight capacity.

Quick Device Facts Table

Mechanism of Operation

The commode wheelchair functions by providing a stable rolling platform for transport, while its key feature is a centrally located circular aperture (opening) in the seat. This aperture allows for waste to pass directly into an easily removable commode bucket placed underneath, or into a standard toilet when the chair is positioned over it. The mobility is provided by four swivel casters, making it ideal for tight spaces, and the safety is ensured by independent wheel locks.