Nursing homes and other healthcare facilities must conduct regular inspections of bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails to identify potential entrapment zones. They must also ensure that the bed rails, mattress, and bed frame are compatible. The FDA has published documents outlining the proper dimensions and distances apart of various parts of the bed to prevent entrapment. Facilities must also inspect and maintain equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and requirements, and ensure that the mattress fits the bed frame properly. These new regulations will help to ensure the safety and health of patients by reducing the risk of entrapment.

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