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Home Hospital Beds
An elderly or infirm person who wants to
recuperate at home often can’t
use a regular
bed. The comfort and features
of a hospital
bed in the home can make a more
pleasant
recovery possible. If you are
shopping for
a home hospital bed, here are
some features
to look for:
- The most significant feature of a home hospital
bed is its ability to raise
and lower the
head and knees. This enables
a person with
breathing or sleeping disorders
to recline
in a position of comfort. The
ability to
adjust the heights electronically
by a wired
or wireless remote minimizes
the risk of
getting bed sores from staying
in one position
too long. An electric bed can
be adjusted
by the patient, while manually
cranked beds,
though less expensive, require
a caregiver
to assist.
- The other feature of great value is the side
rails that can be raised to
prevent the person
from rolling out of bed—a frequent
cause
of injury prompting an expensive
ambulance
trip to the hospital.
- Most beds are simple frames, accommodating
a mattress of choice for best
comfort. Mattresses
can be the traditional innerspring
type or
the more therapeutic foam type,
which supports
the patient more evenly and
comfortably.
Consider a waterproof mattress
cover if incontinence
will be a problem.
- A lightweight but sturdy frame allows for
easy setup, and braked rollers
on the feet
allow ease of movement for
cleaning underneath.
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