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Should a bed used for home healthcare be assessed for the risk of entrapment as a bed in a hospital would be, and should these beds be on a bed safety program as is recommended for hospital beds?

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Should a bed used for home healthcare be assessed for the risk of entrapment as a bed in a hospital would be, and should these beds be on a bed safety program as is recommended for hospital beds?

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Yes. The HBSW documents are relevant for beds used in home care, and the patients and the beds should be assessed for entrapment risks. Periodic reassessment of the patient and bed system is also suggested.