In this episode of Fast Intelligent Care, we dive deep into one of the most critical areas of client support and safety — bed assessments. Whether you're an occupational therapist, clinician, or care provider, this episode gives you the tools to conduct smarter, safer, and more person-centred bed assessments.

Join us as we break down assessment considerations using the PEO model — Person, Environment, and Occupation — and explore how to match individual needs with the right bed features, from profiling beds to height-adjustable electric beds.

🔍 What You'll Learn:

• Person Factors: Understanding the client’s physical limitations, bed mobility, cognition, pressure injury risk, upper limb function, and medical conditions like edema.
• Environmental Considerations: Room size, bed placement, under-bed clearance, caregiver access, and equipment compatibility — especially with hoists and casters.
• Occupation Elements: Transfer methods, repositioning needs, and ensuring the bed supports both client independence and safe working heights for caregivers.

🛏️ Bed Features Discussed:

• Knee break functions
• Vascular leg raise
• Auto regression (preview for next episode)
• Overhead self-help pulls and bed rolls
• Compatibility with hoists
• Tandem brake systems

💡 Practical Takeaways:

• How to reduce pressure injury risk using strategic bed adjustments.
• When and how to choose bed size based on client mobility and safety.
• Smart setup strategies to avoid hoist-related hazards and manual handling risks.

⏭️ Coming Up Next:

In our next episode, we’ll explore pressure care and fall prevention features in detail — don’t miss it!