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Invalid bed arrangement
Assignee: Dynell Electronics Corp
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Filing: 1975-11-03
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Granted: 1977-05-17
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Expires: 1995-11-03
Abstract
Abstract An arrangement which allows patients confined to their beds, to use a toilet without leaving their beds. A sectionalized mattress is positioned in sequential steps so as to place the patient directly over a toilet without discomfort to the patient. The mattress together with the patient is positioned in a manner which allows the patient to use the toilet while sitting in an upright customary manner. The section of the mattress over the toilet is removed while the patient's weight is not directed thereon. Hygienic cleansing procedures are provided in conjunction with the toilet, and the patient is returned to a reclined position after repositioning the mattress and replacement of the section of the mattress that was removed to enable the patient to use the toilet. Replacement of that section of the mattress is carried out also while the patient's weight is not directed thereon. The mattress is positioned through a similar sequence of steps to place the patient directly into a wheelchair.
Inventors
- 👤 Paul L. Di Matteo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 02:18
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61G; A61G7/00; A61G7/002; A61G7/02; A61G7/10; A61G7/16; A61G2200/00; A61G2200/30; A61G2200/32; A61G2200/34; A61G2203/00; A61G2203/70; A61G2203/72; A61G2203/723; A61G5/00; A61G5/10; A61G5/104
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 15
Claim 1
Independent Claim
158 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area substantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contact with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; at least part of the weight of said person being directed away from said posterior while placing said seating member in contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
158 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area substantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contact with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; at least part of the weight of said person being directed away from said posterior while placing said seating member in contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 1 including means for sliding said first bed member section relative to the posterior of said person for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
36 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 2 including means for rotating said first bed member section after sliding relative to the posterior of said person, said first bed member section being rotated through a predetermined angle.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 1 including means for rotating said first bed member section through a predetermined angle for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
166 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area substantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contact with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; said first bed member section being subdivided into two subsections; and including means for rotating said two subsections through predetermined angles for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 7
Independent Claim
166 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area substantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contact with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; said first bed member section being subdivided into two subsections; and including means for rotating said two subsections through predetermined angles for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
193 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area substantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contact with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; means for moving said second bed member section in the direction away from the posterior of said person, the head of said person being supported by said third bed member section; and means for moving said first bed member section to position underneath said third bed member section for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 9
Independent Claim
193 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area substantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contact with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; means for moving said second bed member section in the direction away from the posterior of said person, the head of said person being supported by said third bed member section; and means for moving said first bed member section to position underneath said third bed member section for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person.
Claim 10
Independent Claim
194 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area sustantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contct with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; means for rotating said second bed member section through a predetermined angle when moving the thighs of said person in direction toward the front side of the other part of the person's body; and means for moving said first and second bed member sections to a position spaced from the feet of said person prior to moving said person to said upright seated position.
Claim 11
Independent Claim
194 words
An apparatus for transferring a person from a reclined position to an upright seated position comprising a bed member subdivided into first, second and third sections for supporting a person with posterior at a first location; means for moving the thighs of the person in a direction toward the front side of the other parts of the person's body; means for bending said person's knees; means for removing said first bed member section from contact with the posterior of said person for freeing the area sustantially at the posterior of said person; means for placing a seating member in contct with the posterior of said person; and means for moving said person together with said seating member to an upright seated position with lower parts of the legs directed downward; means for rotating said second bed member section through a predetermined angle when moving the thighs of said person in direction toward the front side of the other part of the person's body; and means for moving said first and second bed member sections to a position spaced from the feet of said person prior to moving said person to said upright seated position.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
35 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 7 including means for rotating said first and second bed member sections through predetermined angles after having been moved to said position spaced from the feet of said person.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
59 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 8 wherein said second bed member section is first rotated through said predetermined angle while moving the thighs of said person, said second bed member section being returned thereafter to its initial position prior to moving said first and second bed member sections to said position spaced from the feet of said person.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
38 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 8 wherein said first and second bed member sections are rotated in opposite directions about axes at their respective ends after movement to said position spaced from the feet of said person.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
32 words
The apparatus as defined in claim 8 including means for supporting the lower portions of the legs of said person when moving the thighs of said person and bending said person's knees.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-05-16 | 1980-11-15 | 1981-05-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-05-16 | 1984-11-15 | 1985-05-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-05-16 | 1988-11-15 | 1989-05-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |