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My 12 year old grandson has ASD and a severe enuerisis problem. We have tried every form of mattress cover available to ous and are unable to persuade him to wear protective pads.It has ben suggested that we try to locate a hospital bed mattress which has a proper covered matress but am having trouble locating oneI need something that I can clean down and disinfect every day and I know protective hospital mattresses provide this. Could you plaese advise

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Dear Ms. Maxfield:

Thank you for your inquiries.  If your mattress is 36 x 80 inches (91 cm x 2 m 3 cm) we do carry a non allergenic waterproof vinyl mattress cover.  TM100 Mattress Cover

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/16/2004 5:59:03 PM

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Could you please recommend an inexpensive portable pulse oximeter that I can use to monitor my husbands O2 levels.

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We have Nellcor NPB-40 Hand Held Pulse Oximeters new in the box with a 2 Year Warranty. Units include a new Reusable finger probe (1 year warranty), operational manual and batteries. $ 450.00 each. This is current model with Nellcor and you can download specs from www.nellcor.com and look under products. List price from Nellcor is $ 850.00

Date Posted:
5/16/2004 7:48:59 AM

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I am looking for an electric hospital bed (w/ mattress & rails) for my 82 yr old dad who is 6' 8" tall. Are these type beds made for such a tall person? Thank you.

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A typical hospital bed is 88 inches overall length, that includes the foot and the head boards.  The mattresses for the medical beds are only 80 in.  That means that your father, at 6 ft. 8 in and would fit on the mattress, but barely.  If you would like to give us a call toll free at 877-706-4480 we would be happy to give bed and bed combo, sizes, options and prices.

Date Posted:
5/15/2004 5:05:08 PM

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My mom suffers from ostheosporosis and she asked me if i can find here a gel seat that she used to have back home in Brazil to make it more comfortable for her to sit down.o you have some like that on your site? Thank you for your help Lelio Reis

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Dear Lelio:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We carry multiple items that may aid your mother with her condition.  We have selected the following two products.  However, we would also advise you to consult with a physician regarding what may be appropriate for your mother.  If you have any questions, please call us toll free at 1-877-706-4480.

• Therapeutica Pillows - Spinal Support, Gray
• Memory Foam Lumbar Cushion and Seat

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/14/2004 2:05:55 PM

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We would like to set up a training lab for nursing students. Could you suggest which items your company could provide? Thank you.

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Dear C. Demoliou:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We can provide you with most items that may be required in a nursing lab. From stethoscopes to uniforms, from anatomy charts to exam tables.  We have access to over 100,000 medical products.  To obtain a quote, you can email a list to inquiry@msecompany.net or fax it to 713-706-4161.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/14/2004 9:34:19 AM

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I am trying to locate a source for disposable lab coats. Can you help?

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Thank you for your inquiry.  We do offer the following disposable lab coats in blue and white:

• Disposable Lab Coats
  SMS material with knit collar and knit cuffs, blue
• Disposable Lab Coats
  SMS material with traditional collar and knit cuffs, blue
• Disposable Lab Coats
  SMS material with knit collar and knit cuffs , white

Please let us know if you have any other questions.  Please call us toll free at 877-706-4480.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/13/2004 11:57:25 AM

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we are searching for curtains used in the hospitals (ER and patient rooms) for privacy, do you carry those? thank you

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Dear Ms. Ryan:

We do carry those items.  You would need to contact us to place the order, due to various sizes and colors.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/12/2004 11:28:11 AM

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I need something in which I can keep x-ray film cool and safe. Any suggestions? thank you.

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Dear Rogelio:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We do carry Film Cassettes for X-Ray film.  These products are made of aluminium and come in variety of sizes from 8x10 to 14x36.  Please give us a call with any further questions or to place and order.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/12/2004 9:20:59 AM

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i need a Mammography used equipment im from mexico and i want to know the best price please send me an e-mail with your best prices and specifications of the equipment thanks

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Dear Mr. Gomez:

Thank you for your inquir.  We have a Senographe 600T Mamograph unit in good working condition available for immediate shipment.  It comes from a working environment.  Please email us and let us know if this is something you are intersted in.  We can send you photos and additional info.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/4/2004 3:16:37 PM

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My 10 yr old son has Cystic Fibrosis. Would an air cleaner help him and if so what type and why? THANKS!

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Dear David:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We are not familiar with any information that would lead us to recommend an air cleaner that would be of assistance with Cystic Fibrosis.  If you have some information we would be happy to review it and if possible, would then, try to recommend an appropriate model. 

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/3/2004 9:53:04 PM

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There is a debate among our faculty about how long after the IV bag is taken out of the sleeve is it ok to use?Would this be 24 hours?Please replyJoy G Styck, RN, BSN, M.Ed.

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Dear Ms. Styck:

Thank you for your inquiry.  Unsure of the correct answer, we contacted the manufacturer with that same question.  We are still awaiting a reply from them.  We will let you know as soon as we hear back from them.  Hopefully it want be too late.  How much money is ridding on this?

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
5/3/2004 7:30:26 PM

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I am currently researching the product "Practiamp" used in nursing schools. Can you please email me a description or picture of one and what they are used for?Thank you in advance! Have a super day!Cindy

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Dear Ms. Castello:

Thank you for your inquiry.  Unfortunately, we are not familiar with this product.  Good luck with your search.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/29/2004 4:13:32 PM

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Will Medicare pay for a wheelchair if a doctor prescribes it?

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Dear Rise:

Thank you for your inquiry. A prescripion from a doctor is certainly neccessary.  However, Medicare may still reject the prescription if their criteria is not met.  We would recommend that you contact a durable medical equipment company in your area that deals with Medicare.  Based on their experience they may be able to tell you if Medicare will provide coverage based on your medical needs.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/29/2004 9:32:03 AM

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My mother recently passed (Nov 03) and she had a ShopRider by Pihslang electric scooter, rear wheel, aproximatley 2 years old, and never went out side, excellent condition. I am interested in selling to help off-set the funeral costs, she had no insurance. What would be a fair price to ask?Thanks,Troy Lowman

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Dear Mr. Lowman:

Thank you for your inquiry.  You may wish to consider placing the unit on eBay.  We had positive comments from a number of our customers who were in possession of used medical equipment.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/27/2004 7:23:47 PM

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My mother has steps from her back door to her carport. She needs a hand rail & I haven't been able to find at any of our home supply or hardware stores. Any suggestions?Thanks

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Dear Ms. LaPrairie:

Thank you for your inquiry.  You may wish to engage the services of a contractor to build a rail of appropriate length and height.  Also, you need to make certain that the railing adequately anchored to provide the necessary support and stability.  You should be able to find business cards for handy-men in stores such as Home Depot or Lowes.  I hope this helps.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/27/2004 2:50:15 PM

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A device that helps you put on your socks?

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Dear Linda:

Thank you for your inquiry.  You can find the product you are looking for by clicking on the link below:

Stainless steel shoehorn & sock pull-up aid

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/24/2004 6:17:55 PM

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I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT THE COST OF A USED HOSPITAL BED

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Dear Keesha:

Thank you for your inquiry.  However, at this time we do not have any used hospital beds available.

Respecfully,

Date Posted:
4/23/2004 6:47:30 PM

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Do you buy used oxygen concentrators?

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Dear Mr. Mullis:

Thank you for your inquiry. At this stage, we are not looking for used oxygen concentrators. 

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/22/2004 9:10:42 PM

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i need silicone nasal gastric tubes quite urgently. the sizes i need are french 5 and french 8. do you know where i can get them?

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Dear Mr. Roberto:

Thank you for your inquiry.  We do not carry these items at this time.  Good luck with your search.

Respectfully,

Date Posted:
4/22/2004 6:41:40 AM

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Are there any products available to put over a cast to protect it from water while showering?

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The following products should address your needs:

• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Small Arm, Half arm adult, full arm child<85 lbs
• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Medium Arm, Full arm <150 lbs
• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Foot/Ankle, One size fits all.
• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Large Arm, Full arm, large adult >150 lbs
• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Small Leg, Half leg adult, full leg child <85 lbs
• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Medium Leg, Full leg <170 lbs
• ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector
  ShowerSafe Cast and Bandage Protector - Large Leg, Full leg, large adult >170 lbs

Date Posted:
4/21/2004 10:31:10 AM