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Understanding the Dangers: What is Entrapment in a Nursing Home?

Between 1985 and 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received 803 reports of patient entrapment in beds with rails, with 480 resulting in death [1.3.1, 1.3.5]. Understanding **what is entrapment in a nursing home** is crucial for preventing these tragic outcomes.

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