Re: Siderails

[Debbie Ohl]

Title: Message

The biggest concern with side rails is one of SAFETY, when using or not using. If you use half rails as a routine practice for bed mobility be very sure residents are not at risk or receiving injuries: I.e skin tears, bruises, abrasions, entrapment. Your evaluation shouldreflect your consideration of these potential risk and /or howyou will prevent as part of care planning or documentation   Debbie Ohl RN, NHA LTC Consultant & Educator, Ohl & Associates 613 Compton Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45231 Phone / Fax 513-522-6041 [EMAIL PROTECTED]  www.greatcareplans.com ----- Original Message ----- From: Felix, Rosalie To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 25, 2003 1:29 PM Subject: Siderails We all use the top 2 siderails for all our residents just for mobility.  Do I need to code them on P4?  Thanks.