Outfit the Environment of Care. Behavioral Health Apparel and Furnishings
Create safer spaces.
Design with comfort and safety in mind. Striking a balance between patient safety and a welcoming environment is a challenge most behavioral health facilities face. Design trends have been moving from institutional toward a more residential feel for good reason—it has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety among patients.1,2 But while a calm and comfortable atmosphere may be more likely to promote better outcomes for both patients and caregivers, it is equally important to ensure that everything within the facility, from apparel and textiles to furnishings, is designed to reduce the risk of injury. With the need for inpatient care overwhelming the available space, it is vital that every step is taken to give each patient the best possible chance for successful treatment. We understand that navigating the complexities of behavioral healthcare standards can be challenging. Our holistic approach puts patient care first—through tailored product options that let you safely outfit your entire environment of care.
54% Nearly one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness (46.6 million in 2017).2
More than half of people who died by suicide did not have a known mental health condition.3
Care with confidence.
Our behavioral health collection delivers the products your facility needs to outfit the environment of care. Every piece is carefully designed for comfort while also safeguarding your patients with built-in protections.
Apparel
Furnishings
• Hemmed neckline, interior sewn elastic strips and breakaway sleeves and shorts help reduce risk of ligature
• Smooth, rounded corners
• Plastic snaps are used instead of metal snaps or ties to reduce risk of cutting and ingestion
• Non-fidget handles and non-removable drawers
• Back plastic snap closures increase modesty for improved patient experience
• Anti-ligature pieces • Items heavy by design with added-weight options • Exposed storage to deter hidden items • Option to be securely bolted to the floor or wall
• No pockets to help reduce the risk of patients concealing objects
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Textiles
Patient Apparel Surged neckline and generous back sweep for durability and modesty. No pocket or ties for maximum safety.
Available in petite
IV Patient Gowns
IV Sleeves Plastic snaps on IV sleeve help ensure safe and easy access. Color-coded IV sleeve for easy sorting.
Pediatric Apparel • Feels like home so patients feel more comfortable • Color-coded neckline and back tag visually identifies size by age range • No ties or fasteners for maximum comfort • Pants contain elastic strips for increased safety
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Shorts have elastic strips and outside snaps for easy breakaway.
Color-coded back tag for easy patient identification and sorting.
Short Sleeve Pajama Tops and Shorts
Long Sleeve Pajama Tops and Pants
• Top has IV sleeves and surged neckline in place of traditional bias
• Plastic snap closure for added safety and easy breakaway
• Pocket-free with plastic snaps—for added safety
• Adjustable size pants help ensure comfortable fit and fewer SKUs
• Color-coded by size for easy identification
• Soft cotton/poly blend stands up to tough wear
• Soothing sea spray color helps calm the senses
• Color-coded back tag for easy patient identification and sorting • Surged neckline and elastic strips in waistband for increased safety 1-800-MEDLINE (633-5463) | medline.com 5
Textiles
Cubicle and Shower Curtains Breakaway Track • System provides an attractive suspension device • Curtains detach from track under certain weight
Hook and Loop Fastener System • Provides an easy, safe way to hang curtains • Curtains hang from hook-and-loop safety tabs specifically designed to be inserted in the track (4" x ¾")
Wide Range of Fabrics • Flame*- and tear-resistant fabric is exceptionally durable and fluid resistant • Curtains are custom ordered and delivered within 21 business days • Fabrics available in non-tearable options
Explore your options Visit our fabric gallery at interiors.medline.com/fabric-gallery
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Textiles
Window Treatments
Soft Window Treatments • Lined box-pleat window drape provides attractive window covering • No continuous cords or tapes required • No pins or hooks allows for machine laundering and easy rehanging • Jiffy Break-A-Way Track can mount to wall or ceiling
WebbLok™ Cordless Roller Shades • Durable, attractive and cordless for a safe and pleasing environment • Can be installed directly onto security screens • Exclusive security box and back plate prevent tampering and removal of spring roller
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Patient Room
Bedding Fitted Sheet • PerforMAX knitted fitted sheet features a safety overlock stitch, replacing the traditional spandex bias that could be used for ligature • Made of 100% polyester MJS yarns dyed spearmint green
Quilted Nylon Safety Blanket • Top side made from a durable 500 denier nylon cordura material that minimizes the chance of tearing and cannot be bunched together • Patient-facing side is made from a knitted, soft-to-the-touch polyester that cannot be torn into strips • Hollow siliconized polyester fiber wadding with 4-side overlock • 56" x 80"
Quilted Behavioral Health Safety Pillow • Durable 500 denier nylon cordura material minimizes the chance of tearing • Hollow siliconized polyester fiber with knife edge • 14" x 22"
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Patient Room
NOA Behavioral Health Hospital Bed Quilted nylon safety blanket
Quilted behavioral health safety pillow
Fitted sheet for behavioral health patients
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Patient Room
Fusion Series You don’t have to choose between comfort and safety. Our patient room furnishings let you create a home-like environment that helps reduce the risk of harm to patients.
Can be securely bolted to the floor and wall Tamper-proof hardware and minimized concealment areas
Items heavy by design and available in addedweight options
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Non-fidget handles and non-removable drawers
Anti-ligature pieces Exposed storage to deter miscellaneous hidden items
Patient Room
Acumen Series Our Acumen casegood collection features scalloped handles, piano hinges, half-depth shelves and curved door tops to reduce ligature risks.
Also available in natural beech wood or with open shelves
Smooth, rounded corners
Tamper-proof hardware and minimized concealment areas
Heavily weighted
The Scorpion collapsible anti-vandal mattress has a fire-retardant heavy duty cover with waterproof welded seams
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Furnishing
Lobby and Lounge Community rooms balance safety and durability with patient independence and comfort.
Security features designed to look and feel therapeutic rather than institutional
Common areas must accommodate the needs for various activities for patients and visitors. Our furnishings are available with the following features: • Fully enclosed bases and zero depth seams to inhibit concealment • Assortment of colors available for most items
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Non-fidget handles and non-removable drawers A variety of healthcare grade fabrics with a moisture barrier and reinforced, concealed seams
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Furnishing
Ryno Dining Series Dining room tables and chairs are heavily weighted and can be mounted to the floor so they cannot be moved.
Accessories
Center Pull Behavioral Paper Dispenser This paper dispenser can be installed in or near behavioral wings or in patient rooms for added convenience.
• Patent-pending, ligature-resistant design • Viewing window enables staff inspection of the towel roll • Less-frequent refills needed—accepts center-pull paper towel rolls with up to 600-sheet capacity • Tamper resistant and constructed of strong, 1/8” polycarbonate • Includes mounting hardware for wall attachment
Center Pull Paper Towels • Part of Medline’s Green Tree Basics Paper product line • Made from 100% recycled material • Soft and affordable • Available in 3,600- and 1,980-sheet cases
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REFERENCES: 1. Ulrich RS, Bogren L, Lundin S. Towards a design theory for reducing aggression in psychiatric facilities. Available at: https://vbn.aau.dk/ws/portalfiles/portal/71203129/ FINAL_pdf_UlrichBogren_Lundin_Toward_a_design_theory_for_reducing_aggression_Oct_2_.pdf. 2. National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/ mental-illness.shtml. 3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Suicide rising across the US. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/suicide/index.html. Accessed December 31, 2019. © 2020 Medline Industries, Inc. All rights reserved. Medline is a registered trademark of Medline Industries, Inc. MKT19W1116967 / LIT395R / 80