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CHOLERA BED foldable, PVC, with hole + durable mat

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/800
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/34657
STD CWATBEDSCM-

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Former Code(s): CWATZNL0382 CWATBEDSDH1
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BED, CHOLERA BED

Definition

A bed designed for treating a patient in a cholera unit. It typically includes a frame and a plastic canvas with a hole that can be easily washed and disinfected.

Specifications

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Technical specifications

  • Frame:
    • 2 sizes: adjustable in length, 1 for adult and 1 for child
    • watertight (without openings)
    • painted steel: possible to disinfect with a chlorine solution
    • lightweight
    • minimum height canvas: 41 cm
    • with infusion stand for 4 infusion bags
    • surface area of each of the 4 legs of the bed must be large enough to not puncture the plastic sheeting on the floor
  • Canvas:
    • 2 different sizes: 1 for an adult, 1 for a child
    • closed at the top and bottom ends (where the head and feet are)
    • circular hole in the middle: Ø 20 cm for adult, Ø 10 cm for child
    • plastic: disinfection with chlorine solution
  • Solid and robust: frame and canvas must support adult patients of up to 120 kg
  • Transport bag

Dimensions

Canvas:

  • adult minimum : 200 x 80 cm
  • child minimum: 150 x 80 cm

Packaging & Labelling

Packed individually in a transport bag.

Instructions for use

Intended for treatment of cholera during epidemics.

Clean and disinfect thoroughly at frequent intervals and in-between patients.

Maintenance

The frame and the canvas can be cleaned and disinfected with a 0.2 % active chlorine solution . After that, the frame must be thoroughly rinsed with potable water as chlorine is corrosive to stainless steel.

Waste management

Damaged beds must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before disposal.

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MSF requirements

  • solid, stable and comfortable
  • minimal weight and volume to enable international transport
  • easy to disinfect
  • easy to set up and dismount
  • multiple uses: adapted for children and adults (and by request also for routine patient treatments)

Possible alternative

An existing hospital bed can be made into a cholera bed using a "Ferari" canvas. Obviously this approach is less thorough and cheaper (+/- 15 €), but the availability is not always possible. Contact your water & sanitation officer for more information.