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Non-Slip Bedside

                                                                                         Safety Mat

























                                                                                               Sectioned and hinged for
      ‘‘          It has been well established that around one-fourth of all falls in healthcare settings are falls from bed.
                                                                                                  easy fold and storage



                  AGE AND AGEING 2008; 37: 368–378
      ‘‘          Even though the role of bedrails in falls prevention is well establish, there may be circumstances where



                  the use of such equipment may not be appropriate, such as:
                     ⬡ For a patient who could be independently mobile without bedrails
                     ⬡ Patients who are distressed by the use of bedrails
                     ⬡ Severely confused patients who may attempt to climb over the bedrails

                  AGE AND AGEING 2008; 37: 368–378

       In such patients, who are at risk of falls from beds, alternative equipment, such as low/floor beds and Safety Mats, are indicated.



       FEATURE             FUNCTION                                      BENEFIT
       Nylon cover         Low friction                                  Easy to slide under bed without the need to bend


       Textured under surface  Non-slip when pressure applied            Will stay in position if stood on

       Reflective piping   Increased visibility at night                 Reduces the risk of tripping

       Three hinged sections  Foldable                                   Easy daytime storage

       Instruction Tag     Outlines product care requirements            Assists with improved usage and care of product








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