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How should the bottom sheet be positioned on the mattress?
How should the bottom sheet be positioned on the mattress?
What is the correct order for tucking and mitering the bottom sheet?
What is the correct order for tucking and mitering the bottom sheet?
Which step should be performed first when making a bed?
Which step should be performed first when making a bed?
How should the rubber sheet and draw sheet be positioned?
How should the rubber sheet and draw sheet be positioned?
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How should the top sheet be initially positioned on the mattress?
How should the top sheet be initially positioned on the mattress?
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After tucking the sheets on one side, what should be done next?
After tucking the sheets on one side, what should be done next?
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What is the correct order for tucking and mitering the top sheet?
What is the correct order for tucking and mitering the top sheet?
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What technique is used to secure the sheets at the corners of the mattress?
What technique is used to secure the sheets at the corners of the mattress?
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What is the purpose of the draw sheet?
What is the purpose of the draw sheet?
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When making the bed, which linens should be placed first after the bottom sheet?
When making the bed, which linens should be placed first after the bottom sheet?
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Study Notes
Bed Making
- The bottom sheet should be centered on the mattress with the open end facing the foot of the bed, and the top edge should be even with the top of the mattress.
- Tuck the bottom sheet under the mattress at the foot of the bed first, followed by tucking the sides.
- After tucking the sides, miter the corners by folding the excess fabric into a triangle at the corners and tucking it under the mattress.
- Start by placing the bottom sheet on the bed.
- The rubber sheet and draw sheet should be placed on top of the bottom sheet, ensuring that they are centered and smooth.
- The top sheet should be placed lengthwise across the mattress, with the top edge even with the top of the mattress.
- Once one side is tucked and mitered, repeat the process on the other side of the bed.
- Tuck and miter the top sheet by folding the excess fabric into a triangle at the corners and tucking it under the mattress.
- Mitering is a technique used to secure the sheets at the corners of the mattress by folding the excess fabric and tucking it under the mattress.
- The draw sheet is used to protect the mattress and to help with moving and turning the patient in bed.
- The rubber sheet and draw sheet should be placed on the bed after the bottom sheet.
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Learn step-by-step instructions on how to place the bottom sheet, rubber sheet, and draw sheet on a bed. Understand the correct way to tuck and miter the corners for a neat finish.
