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Is there a bed pad that lets people know if someone gets out of bed?

According to the CDC, over 800,000 patients a year are hospitalized because of a fall injury. An effective way to reduce the risk of falls for seniors and patients with a high risk of wandering is by using a bed pad that lets people know if someone gets out of bed. These specially designed sensor pads alert caregivers when a person gets up, allowing for timely assistance. (Markdown OK).

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