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Should Dementia Patients Have Bed Rails? Risks, Alternatives, and Best Practices

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), bed rails pose serious risks, including entrapment, falls, and strangulation, for cognitively impaired individuals. So, **should dementia patients have bed rails**? This guide explores the dangers and outlines superior, person-centered alternatives for ensuring safety and dignity.

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Are bed rails legal? A comprehensive guide to regulations and safety

Hundreds of adult injuries and deaths have been associated with portable bed rails, highlighting the serious risks involved. So, **are bed rails legal**? The legal status is not a simple 'yes' or 'no', but a nuanced issue dependent on the environment of use, strict adherence to safety standards, and individual patient assessments.

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Is a bed rail a restrictive practice? A critical look at patient safety

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), hundreds of incidents, including deaths, involving bed rail entrapment were reported between 1985 and 2009. This statistic underscores the complexity and potential danger associated with these devices and raises the critical question: **Is a bed rail a restrictive practice?**

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