Equipment - Bed pan, The New Slipper Bed Pan, [ca.1920's]

Historical information

Bedpan used for patient care

Significance

Significant to AHNL as it is an example of general hospital equipment

Physical description

A white porcelain slipper pan with handle, pear shaped base and black printed instructions on the inside back

Inscriptions & markings

On the inside back is printed " The New Slipper Bed Pan - this slipper should be passed under the patient in front between the legs. If a flannel cap is made for the blade, fastened by strings under the handle, considerable comfort will be afforded

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