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Safe Use of Bed Rails and Bed Area Equipment Within Inpatient Areas Policy (P22)

Some people in hospital may be at risk of falling from bed for many reasons including poor mobility, cognitive impairment, e.g. dementia, brain damage, visual impairment, and the effects of their treatment or medication. The National Audit of Inpatient Falls 2015 reported that twenty two per cent of patients who fall in hospital do so from their bed. The use of bed rails can be challenging. This is because bed rails are not appropriate for all patients and can create a barrier to independence that can create a greater risk of falls to mobile but confused patients who may attempt to climb over the rails. However a review of literature indicates that falls from beds with bed rails are usually associated with lower rates of injury (NRSL 2015). Bed rails and other pieces of bed equipment are not appropriate for all people, and using bedrails, bed levers etc. involves risks. National data suggests around 1,250 people injure themselves on bed rails each year. This is usually scrapes and bruises to their lower legs. Based on reports to the MHRA and the HSE, deaths from bed rail entrapment could probably have been avoided if MHRA advice had been followed. Staff should continue to take great care to avoid bed rail entrapment, but need to be aware that in hospital settings there is a greater risk of harm to people falling from beds.

DCHS COVID-19 Staff Isolation Risk Assessment V9

Compressed Gases Operating Standards May 21

Compressed Gases Operating Standards

Active Stand Standard Operating Procedure (S105)

To ensure that all staff are aware of the correct procedures when performing an active stand test. To ensure the protocol is standardised and staff are following safe working practices.

A4 - Nail Surgery Post Operative Advice Sheet (S72)

Nail Surgery Post Operative Advice Sheet

A1 - Hovermatt Brochure (S78)

Hovermatt Brochure

APPENDIX 9 - Notes of Investigation Meeting.docx

HRP24 Appendix 9 - Notes of Investigation Meeting

A2a – Eligibility for NHS Podiatry service (S107)

Eligibility for NHS Podiatry service

HIV SOP for Use of Injectable HIV Treatment (S145)

Appendix C – Relocation Expenses Claim Form.docx

Appendix C – Relocation Expenses Claim Form

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