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 and is not explicitly medically licensed
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 controls reach reaching bed bound
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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 cr uses it avoid using outlet boxes that more than one cord may be plugged into if cr must use an outlet box place it where there is no risk of damage or spilling liquids
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed safety fire safety power cord safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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 cord should fit tightly into the outlet the plug outlet and wall plate should not be chipped or cracked
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed safety fire safety power cord safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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 be threaded through moving parts of the bed or through bed rails watch the hand control cables and the power cord as cr is adjusting the bed normal bed movement should not pinch or damage these cords
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed set up electric hospital bed safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Have a professional look at all parts of the bed check the floor beneath and around the bed for dust and lint build-up these areas should be kept clean
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed bed safety fire safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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 Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Burning smell from bed electric hospital bed safety electric hospital bed malfunction
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed power cord safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
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 Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed safety fire safety power cord safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Do not place a rug or carpet over the power cord for the bed or anything else carpets and rugs may cause the cord to heat up too much and lead to a fire do not place the cord in a location where people walk as this may cause falls and damage the power cord
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: hospital bed help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Electric hospital bed safety fire safety power cord safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed