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A multi-function device for immobilizing a patient for administration of medical treatment and transportation to a medical facility. The device has an inflatable base which supports the patient. Inflatable air channels extend around the periphery of the base and when inflated will converge inwardly

A multi-function device for immobilizing a patient for administration of medical treatment and transportation to a medical facility. The device has an inflatable base which supports the patient. Inflatable air channels extend around the periphery of the base and when inflated will converge inwardly and will engage the head and body of the patient to restrain the individual. Additional cross body straps may be provided a well as lift straps for air evacuation. The peripheral air channels have access areas so the patient may be accessed for administration of medical procedures such as an IV attachment of a blood pressure cup. The device is made from a durable fabric material and is rapidly inflated by a self inflation device.

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1. A device for immobilizing a patient comprising:(a) an inflatable base having top and bottom surfaces, opposite side and ends;(b) a first inflatable air channel, located on said top surface extending along said sides and ends and defining a patient receiving area;(c) a second inflatable air channe

1. A device for immobilizing a patient comprising:(a) an inflatable base having top and bottom surfaces, opposite side and ends;(b) a first inflatable air channel, located on said top surface extending along said sides and ends and defining a patient receiving area;(c) a second inflatable air channel on said first air channel extending around said patient receiving area, said first and second air channels when inflated converging inwardly toward said patient receiving area to extend around the patient's body and over the top of the head and feet to immobilize the patient; and(d) inflating means for inflating said base and said first and second air channels.2. The immobilizing device of claim 1 wherein said base has a pocket for removably receiving a rigid insert.3. The immobilizing device of claim 1 further including at least one belt extending transversely of said base having fastener means for securement to the patient.4. The immobilizing device of claim 1 wherein said base includes cushioning means.5. The immobilizing device of claim 1 wherein said base defines at least one aperture for moisture removal.6. The immobilizing device of claim 1 further including a lift strap having a first end secured to said base and a second end securable to a lifting attachment.7. The immobilizing device of claim 1 further including a cervical collar in the said patient receiving area.8. The immobilizing device of claim 1 wherein said inflating means comprises rapid self inflating means.9. The immobilizing device of claim 1 further including a third inflatable air channel on said second air channel and extending peripherally about said patient receiving area.10. The immobilizing device of claim 1 further including access means for accessing the patient for administering medical treatment.11. The immobilizing device of claim 10 wherein said access means comprises a displaceable flexible section between adjacent air channels.12. The immobilizing device of claim 1 wherein said device is substantially radio opaque.13. The immobilizing device of claim 1 including heating means for heating the inflating air.14. The immobilizing device of claim 1 including air relief means for adjusting the degree of inflation in said air channels.15. The immobilizing device of claim 1 wherein said base and channels are a durable fabric material.16. A device for immobilizing a patient comprising:(a) an inflatable base having top and bottom surfaces, opposite side and ends said base having a pocket for removably receiving a rigid insert;(b) a first inflatable air channel extending peripherally about said base, said air channel having an inner edge defining a patient receiving area;(c) a second inflatable air channel on said first air channel peripherally extending around said patient receiving area, said second air channel when inflated extending inwardly toward said patient receiving area past the inner edge of said first air channel; and(d) inflating means for inflating said first and second air channels whereby patient supinely positioned in said patient receiving area will be restrained by said air channels and supported on said base.