US3728744A
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Bedpan apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-01-18
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Granted: 1973-04-24
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Expires: 1992-01-18
Abstract
Abstract An apparatus to facilitate the use of bedpans for bedfast persons which includes (a) an inflatable crescent or U-shaped cushion of rubber or other soft elastic material which, in inflated condition, is capable of elevating and supporting the sacrococcygeal area of a patient higher above the plane of the bed than the height of a bedpan, and shaped to receive a bedpan between the legs of the crescent or U; (b) said cushion supported on a flexible pad-like base large enough to fit under the hips of the patient and having sufficient rigidity to permit insertion under the patient with minimal manual lifting; and (c) a bedpan adapted to slide into and fit snugly between the legs of the cushion. The cushion may be adapted with a waterproof flange inside the crescent or U at a height above the bedpan rim and extending inwardly far enough to cover said rim thereby preventing drainage of fluids onto the base.
Inventors
- 👤 E Kimbro
- 👤 C Kimbro
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 14:50
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61G; A61G7/00; A61G7/10; A61G7/1001; A61G7/1009; A47; A47K; A47K11/00; A47K11/04; A47K11/045; A61G9/00; A61G9/003; A61G2200/00; A61G2200/30; A61G2200/32; A61G7/1013; A61G7/1021
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
A bedpan apparatus comprising in combination: A. an inflatable crescent or U-shaped cushion of rubber or other soft elastic material which, in inflated condition, is capable of elevating and supporting the sacrococcygeal area of a bedfast patient, and which has a vertical dimension larger than the height of a bedpan and a space between the legs of the crescent or U-shaped cushion adapted to receive a bedpan snugly, said cushion supported on B. a pad-like base large enough to fit under the hips of the patient and having sufficient rigidity to permit inserting said base under the patient with minimal manual lifting, and C. a bedpan adapted to slide between the legs of said cushion and be in contact with said legs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
122 words
A bedpan apparatus comprising in combination: A. an inflatable crescent or U-shaped cushion of rubber or other soft elastic material which, in inflated condition, is capable of elevating and supporting the sacrococcygeal area of a bedfast patient, and which has a vertical dimension larger than the height of a bedpan and a space between the legs of the crescent or U-shaped cushion adapted to receive a bedpan snugly, said cushion supported on B. a pad-like base large enough to fit under the hips of the patient and having sufficient rigidity to permit inserting said base under the patient with minimal manual lifting, and C. a bedpan adapted to slide between the legs of said cushion and be in contact with said legs.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the base comprises a waterproof, flexible pad and the inside of the crescent or U-shaped cushion has attached thereto at a height above the bedpan rim a waterproof flange extending inwardly far enough to cover the rim of the bedpan.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
29 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the cushion is shaped so that, in inflated condition, the upper portion of the cushion is higher than the ends of the legs.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
47 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the bedpan has a handle on one end to facilitate insertion into and removal from the cushion and has a splash guard at said end extending far enough above the rim of the pan to reduce the splashing of fluids therefrom.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein a flexible conduit and valve are attached to the cushion to permit inflation or deflation of said cushion to the height desired.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
54 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein the upper portion of the cushion, in inflated condition, is higher than the ends of the legs and wherein the bedpan has a handle on one end and a splash guard at said end extending above the rim of the bedpan to reduce the splashing of fluids therefrom.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
101 words
An apparatus for elevating and supporting the sacrococcygeal area of a bedfast patient in a manner permitting in situ selective placement and withdrawal of a bedpan, said apparatus comprising: a selectively inflatable and deflatable generally crescent or U-shaped resilient cushioning means capable, of supporting said patient in an elevated position; said cushioning means operatively engaging a pad-like base member for supporting said cushioning means on a surface, said base member having sufficient rigidity to permit inserting said base member under and supporting the weight of said patient; and means associated with said cushioning means for receiving and retaining therein a bedpan.
Claim 9
Independent Claim
101 words
An apparatus for elevating and supporting the sacrococcygeal area of a bedfast patient in a manner permitting in situ selective placement and withdrawal of a bedpan, said apparatus comprising: a selectively inflatable and deflatable generally crescent or U-shaped resilient cushioning means capable, of supporting said patient in an elevated position; said cushioning means operatively engaging a pad-like base member for supporting said cushioning means on a surface, said base member having sufficient rigidity to permit inserting said base member under and supporting the weight of said patient; and means associated with said cushioning means for receiving and retaining therein a bedpan.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus of claim 7 wherein said cushioning means is shaped so that, when inflated, the upper portion is higher than the ends of the legs.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
41 words
The apparatus of claim 7 wherein a waterproof flange is attached to the inside of said cushioning means at a height at least one inch above said base, said flange extending inwardly far enough to cover the rim of a bedpan.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus of claim 7 wherein the base comprises a waterproof, flexible pad.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-04-23 | 1976-10-23 | 1977-04-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-23 | 1980-10-23 | 1981-04-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-23 | 1984-10-23 | 1985-04-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |