An Act to Increase Patient Safety in Long-term Care Facilities

Also relevant to:Senior (65+, Medicare/SS)Caregiver (family or unpaid)

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This bill requires long-term care facilities to add side rails to a resident's bed if the resident or their legal guardian asks for them, or if side rails are needed for the resident's safety. This change aims to increase patient safety in these facilities.

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