This simple clip-on dispenser provides patients with easy access to detergent-based cleaning wipes at the bedside.
The problem
Currently, detergent-based cleaning wipes are not provided for individual patient use. Hand wipes and gels are not always in a convenient reachable position for patients in bed to use.
The solution
Empowering patients by providing easy access to a supply of cleaning wipes means they don’t have to ask nursing staff every time they want to clean their hands.
How it works
- The one-piece injection-moulded dispenser has an integral clip that can be attached to bedside tables, cabinets and bed rails.
- Once a patient has finished with their personal supply of wipes the plastic dispenser can be recycled.
Designing the Wipe Dispenser
- Initial concept generation identified different kinds of clips and hooks.
- A Research Associate demonstrates a prototype dispenser clip.
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