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Citadel Bed Frame System
Safety Information
General Protocols
– Follow all applicable safety rules and institution
protocols concerning patient and caregiver safety.
Brakes
– Set all caster brakes before transferring patient.
Bed Height
– To minimize risk of falls or injury, the bed should always be in
the lowest practical position when the patient is unattended.
Fluids
– Avoid spilling fluids on unit controls. If spills do occur, unplug unit,
clean fluid from unit, wearing rubber gloves to avoid any possibility of shock.
Once fluid is removed, check operation of components in area of spill.
Fluids remaining on controls can cause corrosion, which
may cause components to fail or to operate erratically,
possibly producing hazards for patient and staff.
Oxygen Use
- Make sure that the unit is not contained in an oxygen
enriched environment. Possible fire hazard when bed is used with oxygen
administering equipment other than the nasal prongs, mask or half bed
length tent type. Oxygen tent should not extend below mattress support
level.
Lock-Outs
– Lock-outs for bed functions should be used at staff’s discretion
to prevent unintentional operation of bed.
Power Cord
– Make sure power cord is kept free from all pinch points,
moving parts and is not trapped under casters. Improper handling of power
cord can cause damage to the cord, which may produce risk of fire or electric
shock. Pull the power cord out of the mains wall outlet to remove power from
the unit.
Avoid Fire Hazards
– To minimize the risk of fire, connect the unit’s power
cord directly into a wall-mounted outlet. Do not use extension cords or
multiple outlet strips. In the US, review and follow FDA’s Safety Tips for
Preventing Hospital Bed Fires. Outside the US, consult the local Competent
Authority or Government Agency for Medical Device Safety for specific local
guidance.
Disposal
– At the end of useful life, dispose of waste according to local
requirements or contact the manufacturer for advice. There may be special
requirements for disposal of batteries, leaded foam and / or angle sensors (if
present in this product). Improper disposal of any component may result in
regulatory non-compliance.
Moving Parts
- Keep all equipment, tubes and lines, loose clothing, hair and
parts of the body away from moving parts and pinch points.
Patient Entrance / Exit
– Caregiver should always aid patient in exiting the
bed. Make sure a capable patient knows how to get out of bed safely (and, if
necessary, how to release the side rails) in case of fire or other emergency.
Side Rails / Patient Restraints
- Whether and how to use side rails or
restraints is a decision that should be based on each patient’s needs and
should be made by the patient and the patient’s family, physician and
