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Slipper bedpan, by Parke's Drug Stores Ltd., England, British, 1900-1950
Due to the shape of this object it is known as a ‘slipper’ bedpan. They were a standard piece of hospital equipment, designed to be used by bed-bound patients unable to reach the toilet. Slipper bedpans are still used in hospitals today – although modern examples tend to be made of plastic.
Details
- Category:
- Public Health & Hygiene
- Object Number:
- 1981-449
- Measurements:
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overall: 141 mm x 210 mm x 382 mm, 1.7888 kg
- type:
- bedpan
- credit:
- Brompton Hospital (Occupational Therapy Dept.)