Safety
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Safety
Bed Positions
WARNING:
Make sure the bed is in the low position when the patient is unattended. This can reduce the possibility of
patient falls and the severity of any resultant injuries.
Siderails
WARNING:
Siderails are not intended to be used as restraint devices. Medical personnel should determine the appropriate
use of siderails and ensure patient safety.
CAUTION:
Make sure that lines are not pulled or tangled during bed articulations. Always use good line management
techniques, particularly as the head section rises.
Brakes
CAUTION:
Always set the brakes when the bed is occupied, except during patient transport. To help ensure the bed will
not move, push and pull on the bed some to check it after the brakes are engaged.
Fluids
CAUTION:
Significant fluid spills onto the bed electronics can result in a hazard. If such a spill occurs, unplug the bed and
remove it from service. Thoroughly clean the bed, and allow it to dry; then have the bed checked by service
personnel.
When massive fluid spills occur on the bed, immediately:
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Unplug the bed from its power source.
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Remove the patient from the bed.
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Clean the fluid spill from the bed system.
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Have maintenance inspect the system completely.
Do not put the bed back into service until it is completely dry, tested, and determined to be safe to operate.
