Bed Making Procedure Quiz & Flashcards for Nursing Care

What is the purpose of placing the soiled rubber sheet between the bed railings?

How does the caregiver ensure the patient has enough space for their feet?

Why does the caregiver ask the patient about their preference for the side rails?

What does the caregiver do with the soiled linens after removing them from the bed?

Why does the caregiver help position the patient comfortably in the middle of the bed?

What does the caregiver offer to do if the patient needs anything else?

What is the first step the student nurse takes to make the patient's bed?

Why does the student nurse loosen the linens on one side of the bed?

What is the purpose of raising the side rail?

Why does the student nurse fold or roll the soiled linens neatly towards the patient's back?

What is the purpose of placing a rubber sheet and draw sheet on top of the bottom sheet?

How does the student nurse fold the clean top sheet?

What does the student nurse use the old pillowcase as?

Why does the student nurse raise the side rail again after making the bed?

Perform hand hygiene to avoid the spread of microorganisms before making the bed.
Gather fresh linens and place them on a chair at the foot of the bed.
Loosen the linens on one side of the bed, starting from the top near the head down to the feet.
Help the patient turn onto their side (lateral position) for a moment, and raise the side rail for safety.
Loosen the linens at the foot area, and fold or roll the soiled linens neatly towards the patient's back.
Spread out the fresh bottom sheet, tucking the extra length at the head and sides securely.
Add a rubber sheet and draw sheet on top of the bottom sheet for extra protection and comfort.
Lay down the clean top sheet, tucking the excess at the foot and making sure the corners are nicely folded.
Replace the soiled top sheet with a fresh one, and remove the old sheet without inconvenience.

Change the pillowcase, using the old one as a temporary hamper for the soiled linens.
Place the clean pillow on the freshly made side of the bed and help the patient move to this side.
Raise the side rail again for safety.
Tidy up the other side of the bed by rolling up the soiled linens and putting them in the hamper in the correct order.
Place the soiled rubber sheet between the bed railings at the foot of the bed to protect the mattress and keep everything clean.
Pull out each clean linen one by one and tuck them in according to sequence, creating a toe pleat at the top sheet for ample space.
Help position the patient comfortably in the middle of the bed.
Adjust the bed rails as needed based on the patient's condition for their safety.
Offer the patient the option to have the side rails up or down.
Ensure all clean linens are tucked in nicely for the patient's comfort.