Hi All,
My dad fell out of bed last night and had some skin tares on his face. Apart from that he seems ok and unshaken. The home have asked me to sign a consent form for using bed side rails in the future so it doesn't happen again. I recall it is a legal issue as it is seen as using restraint.
I'm going to sign the form as it seems to make sense but wonder if anyone else has had similar issues regarding the need for bed side rails? And whether the are any cons? Or is there anything I can suggest? eg making sure they put extra pillows by the rails.
I have a couple of pending referrals for OT and geriatrician but then are taking forever. Just want to make sure he is comfortable and safe until I get more advice.
thanks
Craig
My dad fell out of bed last night and had some skin tares on his face. Apart from that he seems ok and unshaken. The home have asked me to sign a consent form for using bed side rails in the future so it doesn't happen again. I recall it is a legal issue as it is seen as using restraint.
I'm going to sign the form as it seems to make sense but wonder if anyone else has had similar issues regarding the need for bed side rails? And whether the are any cons? Or is there anything I can suggest? eg making sure they put extra pillows by the rails.
I have a couple of pending referrals for OT and geriatrician but then are taking forever. Just want to make sure he is comfortable and safe until I get more advice.
thanks
Craig