Bedmaking Module 8 Part 1 Flashcards
When should linens be changed in a healthcare setting?
When they are wet, soiled, or damp.
What is a closed bed?
A bed not in use, ready for a new patient or a resident who is up during the day.
How should you handle linens to maintain medical asepsis?
Hold linens away from your body and never shake them.
What is the purpose of a cotton drawsheet?
To keep the mattress and bottom linens clean and to assist in moving or transferring a patient.
What is an open bed?
A bed with top linens folded back to allow the patient to get in easily.
What is an occupied bed?
A bed made while the person is still in it.
What precautions should be taken when making an occupied bed?
Keep the person in good alignment and follow any movement or position restrictions.
What is a surgical bed, and when is it used?
A bed prepared for patients returning from surgery, arriving by ambulance, or going to treatment areas by stretcher.
Why should you avoid putting clean or dirty linens on the floor?
To prevent contamination and maintain cleanliness.
What safety standards should be followed when handling linens?
Follow Standard Precautions and the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard.
