Posey Side Rail Wedges - Manual

Posey Side Rail Wedges help protect patients from injury by
helping close the gaps around the perimeter of the mattress and
by cushioning the side rails and the headboard or footboard. They
also help to deter the patient’s release of restraints. Each Side Rail
Wedge attaches with hook and loop straps and is made of
durable, medium density foam and covered in soft, water-
repellent vinyl. Meets CA #117, Section E Flame Retardancy
Standards.
REF
5708 35”L x 17”H x 2”D (89 cm x 43 cm x 5 cm)
REF
5708S 30”L x 17”H x 2”D (76 cm x 43 cm x 5 cm)
Monitoring
Posey Side Rail Wedges will not prevent a
determined patient from exiting the bed, going over or
attempting to go between or through side rail gaps. DO NOT
articulate bed if product is applied. ALWAYS follow your facility’s
policies and procedures for patient assessment, monitoring and
rehabilitation.
Application Instructions:
1. Inspect product prior to use. DO NOT use soiled or damaged
products.
2. With the bed flat, position the Side Rail Wedge on the inside
of the side rail so that the wedge fits snugly between the
mattress and the side rail (Fig. 1).
3. Open the hook and loop straps and reapply them so that the
Side Rail Wedge is secured to the side rail.
4. Check for proper fit. Modified beds may not be compatible
with Posey Side Rail Wedges.
Side Rail Wedges have multiple uses:
Figure A: Use one to close the gap between the half side rails.
Figure B: Use one to cover the half side rail at the head or foot
of the bed.
Figure C: Zip two together to provide full length protection up
to 6’ (1.83 m) of double half rails, three quarter, or full
side rails.
Figure D: Use one at the head or foot of the bed to cover/
protect the headboard or footboard.
Figure A
Figure D
Figure C
Fig. 1
Figure B
Refer to the Posey Catalog for the Posey
product/bed cross-reference guide to check
for compatibility with certain bed models.
Cleaning Instructions:
Wipe clean with soap and water or disinfectant.
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.
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Side Rail Wedges
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