Try: Lay down on back with knees lifted up legs lightly spread try squeezing rectal muscles try to move this squeeze and lift feeling to the pelvic floor muscles cr will feel the muscle lifting up inside his her body as if he she was trying to stop urinating during this exercise cr should try […]
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Care recipient’s cr bladder leaks when he she lifts or carries heavy objects like grocery bags
Try: Squeeze and lift pelvic floor muscles when carrying heavy objects or bags Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical Information: n/a References: incontinence help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com Keywords: Incontinence bladder urine wets pants leaky pipes pelvic floor muscles exercise *This information is listed as a Tip […]
Care recipient (cr) needs an extension cord to get power source to his her electric hospital bed
Try: Do not use an extension cord or a power strip having more than one plug-in outlet any damage to these can cause a fire if cr must use an extension cord or power strip have a professional check it before using it it will also need to be checked regularly for as long as […]
Care recipient (cr) uses an electric hospital bed and needs fire safety information
Try: Plug the power cord from the bed directly into an outlet on the wall have a professional check the outlet to see if it is working correctly the outlet should also be checked to be sure it is the right type for the cord the prongs blades on the plug should be tight the […]
Care recipient (cr) needs to set up his her electric hospital bed so it works right and is safe to use
Try: When adjusting the head foot or any part of the bed be sure the bed is able to move freely it should extend to its full length and adjust to any position be sure bed movement does not affect the bed bed’s power cord plug or outlet hand control and power cords should not […]
Care recipient (cr) just started using a hospital bed in his her home and needs to be made as comfortable as possible
Try: If there is a television near the bed place it so that it is seen clearly from the bed keep a glass and pitcher of water tissues hand lotion and other personal items within easy reach place a wastebasket next to the bed put a bedside commode portable toilet beside the bed if needed […]
Care recipient (cr) can’t reach the electric bed controls
Try: Use bed rails to provide a place to fasten bed controls that is within easy reach of cr in bed Materials: Bed rails Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance Information: n/a References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com Keywords: Bed […]
Care recipient (cr) smells a burning smell coming from his her electric hospital bed
Try: Call the bed manufacturer or another professional if there are burning smells or unusual sounds coming from the bed do not use the bed if there is a burning smell coming from it call if the bed controls are not working correctly to change positions of the bed Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical […]
Care recipient (cr) uses a power cord with his her electric bed and the bed stops working sometimes
Try: Check the bed bed’s power cord for damage it may be crushed pinched sheared cut or worn through do not place furniture such as rocking chairs near the cord avoid placing or rolling the bed over the power cord Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile […]
Care recipient (cr) uses an electric hospital bed and needs fire safety information
Try: Do not allow clothing sheets blankets books or anything else to be in contact with a wall outlet do not let these items get stuck between the cord and outlet when the bed is plugged in this may cause a fire or damage the cord or the plug Materials: n/a Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical […]