inforMED
InjuryINF

SCALETRONIX

Received Aug 18, 2010 · Event occurred Jul 19, 2010

Report 1807965 · MDR key 1807965

Device

Generic name

Standing/wheelchair Scale

Manufacturer

Scaletronix Inc.

Model number

6006

Product problems

Patient

89 YR

  • Joint Dislocation

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

RESIDENT ON SCALE TO OBTAIN WEIGHT. WHILE HOLDING ONTO GRAB BAR, BAR CAME OFF. RESIDENT LOST BALANCE AND STAFF LOWERED RESIDENT TO FLOOR.