Patent ID: 7302722
Filing Date: 2007-12-04
Classification: A61G

Abstract:
1. A maneuverable bariatric bed transport adapted for supporting a patient thereon comprising: a base frame; a patient support assembly coupled with and overlying the base frame; a drive assembly coupled with the base frame, the drive assembly including, at least one stabilizing wheel coupled with the base frame; a control system adapted for controlling operation of the drive assembly in response to operator input received by the control system, the control system including, a portable electrical power source for supplying electrical power for operation of the drive assembly and the control system; and a pair of handles extending from the base frame, wherein one of the handles has a lateral member extending therefrom on which the input device is mounted such that the input device is positioned proximate to the handle; wherein the control system and drive assembly together enable driving and steering of the bariatric bed transport in a variety of directions across an underlying surface with support from the at least one stabilizing wheel.