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During post-procedure patient care, a paraplegic patient was repositioned while seated on a model 6210 procedure chair.During dressing, the patient was leaned against a detachable arm rest.The arm rest is intended for patient comfort and arm positioning and is not designed to support patient body weight.During this maneuver, the arm rest attachment came loose, and the patient fell from the chair to the floor.Two healthcare staff members sustained back injuries while attempting to prevent the fall.One staff injury required medical care and resulted in work restrictions.The patient was evaluated following the fall and no acute injury was reported.
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