Provision of Comfort and Bed Making.pptx

Provision of Comfort and Bed Making LEVEL 1 – CON Faculty At the end of this unit, the students are expected to: Perform proper procedures for bed making. Make evident the guidelines in making an unoccupied and occupied bed. Identify safety and comfort measures underlying bed makin...

Provision of Comfort and Bed Making LEVEL 1 – CON Faculty At the end of this unit, the students are expected to: Perform proper procedures for bed making. Make evident the guidelines in making an unoccupied and occupied bed. Identify safety and comfort measures underlying bed making procedures. Terminologies Bed making - the technique of preparing different types of bed in making patients/clients comfortable in his/her suitable position for a particular condition Terminologies Fanfold - done by grasping the upper edge of the linen with both hands; specifically folding the edge of the sheet used in the bed 6-8 inches outward Terminologies Mitered corner ▫ A means of anchoring sheets on mattresses ▫ a method of folding the bed clothes at the corners to secure them in place while the bed is occupied Terminologies Toe pleat - A fold made in the top bed clothes to provide additional space for patient’s toes Terminologies Foot drop - Dropping of the foot from paralysis of the anterior muscle of the leg; plantar flexion of the foot with permanent contracture of the gastrocnemius(calf) muscle and tendon. Terminologies Bed cradle - is a device designed to keep the top bedclothes off the feet, legs, and even abdomen of a client Purpose of Bed Making A. On changing an unoccupied bed to promote the client's comfort to provide a clean near environment for the client to provide a smooth, wrinkle-free bed foundation, thus minimizing sources of skin irritation B. On changing an occupied bed to conserve the client's energy and maintain current healthy status Importance of Bed Making Importance of Bed Making It helps maintain a clean, orderly and comfortable room which contributes to the patients sense of well-being. Helps the patient secure proper rest and comfort which are essential for health and refresh him/her by providing cleanliness Importance of Bed Making It helps prevent or avoid microorganisms to come in contact with the patient which could cause tribulations. It minimizes the sources of skin irritation by providing smooth, wrinkle-free bed foundation. Types of Bed Occupied Bed is made when the patient is not able or not permitted to get out of the bed the important part of making an occupied bed is to get the sheets smooth and tight under the patient so that there will be no wrinkles to rub against the patient’s skin Unoccupied Bed the unoccupied bed is made when there is no patient confined in bed Open Bed the top covers are generally folded back so that a client can easily get into bed the top sheets are folded to one side or fan-folded to the bottom third of the bed top bed line is arranged for easy transfer of the client from a stretcher to the bed Closed Bed the top sheet blankets and bedspreads are drawn up to the head of the mattress and under the pillows, this is prepared in a hospital room before a new client is admitted to that room Cradle Bed Contains cradle, a device for holding the top covers off. The outer cradle is made of wood, metal or at home for a brief period, a cardboard art to shape. Postoperative Bed Also known as recovery bed or anesthetic bed. Used not only for clients who have undergone surgical procedures but also for clients who have given anesthetics for a certain examination. Special Types of Bed Water bed Special mattress filled with water. It controls temperature of water, reducing pressure on body parts. Indication: ✓ Patients confined to bed for long periods Turning Frames(Stryker Wedge) It allows repeated changes between the supine and prone positions without disturbing spinal alignment. Indications: ✓ complication of immobility such as atelectasis, pneumonia, decubitus ulcer and renal calculi. Circolectric Bed Permits frequent turning of several injured or immobilized patient with minimal trauma or extraneous movement. Helps prevent and treat pressure ulcers, respiratory and circulatory complications Indications: ✓ Patients confined to bed for long periods of time Rotation Bed promote postural drainage, peristalsis and helps prevent the complications of mobility Indication: ✓ patients with spinal cord injury, severe burns Clinton Therapy Bed Also called the air- fluidized bed Indications: ✓ Patients with managing burns and patients with various disabilities. Air Therapy Bed Provide different levels of support to different body parts. Indications: ✓ Patients who are at risk to skin breakdown Unoccupied Bed Making Occupied Bed Making Time for questions? Thank you!