How To Use The System
The Bed-Check®system consists of a control unit, a power supply and a dispos-
able pressure-sensitive Sensormat®, available in two sizes for use on either a
standard hospital bed or a bed-side chair.
When the patient’s weight on the Sensormat®ceases for a pre-selected number
of seconds, the control unit activates two alarms (if selected): a call signal at the
nursing station and an audible alarm in the patient’s room. The nurse, having
been alerted that a patient is attempting to exit the bed, can counsel the patient
by intercom (if available), and simultaneously send immediate assistance.
Sensormat®
To ensure effectiveness, place the Sensormat®across the width of the bed, ON
TOP OF THE MATTRESS. The preferred Sensormat®location is directly under
the patient’s buttocks three to five inches below the bend in the mattress when
the head of the bed is elevated. Effective operation of the Sensormat®in the
alternative location, behind the patient’s back, is dependent upon their weight
and the articulation angle of the bed.
To prevent slipping and to maintain
the correct position of the Sensormat®,
always use the enclosed rubber bands
and metal clips.
A. Thread one end of the band through
the hole of the clip to form a loop. Pass the other
end of the band through the loop and pull tight to
form a knot at the base of the clip.
B. Thread the other end of the band through the
Sensormat®hole to form a loop. Bring the lip
through the loop and pull tight to form another knot
at the end of the Sensormat®. Repeat these steps on
the other end of the mat.
C. Position Sensormat®across width of bed 3 inches to 5 inches below bend in
mattress so it will be under the patient’s buttocks.
D. Attach the clips to the piping at the bottom of the mattress on both sides of
the bed or to the bed frame. The idea is to have the rubber bands taut so the
Sensormat®does not slide back and forth over the mattress.
E. You may place over the Sensormat®a felt or incontinence pad, towel, draw
sheet, rubber sheet, sheep skin or convoluted foam pad. Make the bed as usual. 5
Important: Use of Rubber Bands and clips keeps Mat in
position and aids in serviceability
Nursing personnel should test the system’s effectiveness daily when either
Sensormat®position is selected. Sensormats®may not be effective with air bed
type mattresses, test before using.
