5708 - TIDI Posey® Bed Positioner - Side Rail Wedges, 35"L x 17"H x 2"D

Posey® Bed Positioner - Side Rail Wedges, 35"L x 17"H x 2"D

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Posey® (TIDI Products) Side Rail Wedges (5708) are protective clinical tools designed to enhance patient safety by filling the gap between the mattress and the side rail. These wedges serve a dual purpose: they act as a soft, cushioned barrier to protect patients from skin tears and bruising caused by contact with hard metal rails, and they help reduce the risk of limb entrapment. By creating a continuous transition from the sleep surface to the rail, these wedges provide an added layer of protection for patients who are restless, prone to wandering, or at high risk for bed-related injuries.

The 35"L x 17"H x 2"D dimensions provide significant coverage along the length of the bed, fitting most standard hospital side rails. Each wedge is constructed with a high-density foam core that offers durable impact protection while remaining flexible enough to accommodate various rail configurations. The wedges are encased in a moisture-resistant, medical-grade cover that can be easily disinfected, ensuring a clean and safe environment for the patient while protecting the internal foam from fluid ingress.

Key Features

• Entrapment Risk Reduction: Fills the hazardous gaps between the mattress and side rails to help prevent patient limbs from becoming entangled.

• Impact Protection: Provides a soft, cushioned surface that minimizes the risk of bruising or skin trauma from contact with side rails.

• Extended Coverage: The 35-inch length ensures a large portion of the rail is shielded, offering protection for the patient’s head, torso, or extremities.

• Moisture-Resistant Cover: Features a wipeable, vapor-permeable surface that is compatible with hospital-grade disinfectants.

• Secure Attachment: Designed to be easily secured to the side rails, ensuring the wedges remain in place even during patient movement or bed adjustments.

Ideal Clinical Applications

• Fall and Injury Prevention: Ideal for patients with dementia, confusion, or involuntary movements who may strike or lean against side rails.

• Seizure Precautions: Provides essential padding for patients at risk of seizures to prevent injury during an event.

• Entrapment Mitigation: Used in long-term care and acute care settings to comply with safety protocols regarding bed rail gaps.

Product Details

Brand: Posey® (TIDI Products)

Product Type: Side Rail Wedge

Dimensions: 35"L x 17"H x 2"D

Material: High-Density Foam with Wipeable Cover

Packaging

Posey® Bed Positioner - Side Rail Wedges, 35"L x 17"H x 2"D

Important Safety Information

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Contraindications Do not use this product as a substitute for proper patient supervision. Do not use if the wedges interfere with the mechanical operation of the bed or prevent the side rails from locking securely.

Warnings & Precautions CAUTION: Regularly inspect the wedges to ensure they are securely fastened and that no new gaps have been created by patient movement or mattress shifting. Failure to maintain proper positioning can increase the risk of entrapment.

Monitor patient skin integrity at all contact points. While the wedges provide padding, they are not a replacement for a comprehensive pressure injury prevention program. Ensure the wedges do not obstruct the patient’s airway or vision in a way that causes distress.

Keep away from open flames or high-heat sources; while the materials are flame-retardant, the foam core and cover can be damaged by excessive heat. Inspect the moisture-resistant cover regularly for punctures or tears; if the integrity of the cover is compromised, the wedge should be replaced to prevent internal foam contamination.

Wipe clean with hospital-approved disinfectant between uses for the same patient; do not launder or submerge the foam core in liquid.

⚠ CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.