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Posey Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protectors User Manual

Posey, Elastic mesh side rail protectors, Application instructions - 5707

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Posey Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protectors feature a one-piece design

that secures to the bed side rails, without the need for straps and/or

buckles. The Side Rail Protectors attach with a connecting strap that

fits underneath the bed mattress, which holds it in place. They are

easy to apply and easily stretch over the side rails for a snug fit.
• Designed for patients at risk of entrapment in side rail openings.

• Helps prevent dangling of extremities between the side rails,

reducing possible injury and skin breakdown.

• Elastic mesh fabric expands and contracts during repositioning of

the bed.

• Mesh fabric is flame retardant.

• Fits many healthcare facility beds.

• May be washed and dried under CDC infection control

specifications along with regular linens.

REF

5707 Full-length Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protector

REF

5707H Half-length Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protector

Monitoring

Posey Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protectors will not prevent a

determined patient from exiting the bed, going over or attempting to go

between or through side rail gaps.

ALWAYS follow your facility’s policies

and procedures for patient assessment, monitoring and rehabilitation.

Application Instructions - 5707:

The Posey Full Length Mesh Protector is designed for use with

healthcare facility beds that feature split upper and lower side rails,

or homecare beds with a single full-length side rail. The Posey Full

Length Mesh Protector will expand from 60” to 72” (152 cm x 183 cm).
1. Inspect product prior to use. DO NOT use soiled or damaged

products.

2. Secure the bed in a locked position.

3. Raise the head of the bed to a 45-degree angle.

4. Position the connecting strap underneath the middle of the

mattress. The left and right adjoining sections should be

positioned on either side of the mattress.

5. Starting with one side, gently pull the side rail protector using the

sewn in handles over the upper side rail. Then, pull the protector

over the bottom side rail and adjust to fit.

6. Repeat step 5 on the opposite side rails.

7. Check for proper fit. Modified beds may not be compatible with

Posey Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protectors.

Application Instructions - 5707H:

The Posey Half Rail Mesh Protector is designed for use on either the

upper or lower side rails of healthcare beds that feature split side

rails, or on homecare beds with half side rails. The Posey Half Rail

Mesh Protector will expand from 30” to 36” (76 cm x 91 cm).
1. Inspect product prior to use. DO NOT use soiled or damaged products.

2. Secure the bed in a locked position.

3. Detach the hook and loop straps on both sides of the connecting

strap.

4. Position the connecting strap underneath the mattress. The left

and right adjoining sections should be positioned on either side of

the mattress.

5. Starting with one side, gently pull the side rail protector using the

sewn in handles over the front end of the side rail. Then, pull the

protector over the back end of the side rail and adjust to fit.

6. Repeat step 5 on the opposite side rails.

7. Reattach the hook and loop straps to the under mattress

connecting strap.

Tabs for Call Button

Attachment

8. Check for proper fit. Modified beds may not be compatible with

Posey Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protectors.


Removal Instructions:

1. If necessary, the Posey Side Rail Protector can be removed by

grasping the handles at either end and lifting upward. Allow the

side rail protector to retract to a relaxed position before releasing.

2. The side rail protector is designed to hang from the under

mattress connecting strap, and may be tucked underneath the

mattress during the day until reapplication, or for complete removal

if desired.

If complete removal of the side rail protector is necessary, follow

Steps 1 and 2, then tuck one side of the side rail protector under

the middle of the mattress and gently pull out the remainder of

the side rail protector from either side of the bed.

Posey Elastic Mesh Side Rail Protectors will not support

weight, nor prevent patients who attempt to climb over the side rail

from entanglement in the gap between the two half rails.

1. DO NOT pin or clip anything to the side rail protector. Attach call

bell and bed controls only to the four designated areas (bow straps)

on side rail protector to prevent pins from tearing elastic mesh.

2. The side rail protector was designed as a protective device and

not a restrictive device. They are not to be used in lieu of

restraints if indicated for patient safety.

3. The side rail protector was designed for patient protection, NOT

as a substitute for nursing observation.

4. Application of the side rail protector must be in accordance with

your hospital’s policy and procedure manual.

Laundry Instructions:

This product was designed to be washed

under CDC recommendations for linen

soiled with blood or bodily fluids:
Lower temperature washing and drying

cycle for non-contaminated linen will prolong product life.

Storage and Handling

This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments. This

device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at normal

humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that may

damage product materials.

Disposal

Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy for

BIOHAZARDOUS materials.

5707

5707H

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