c
2-3. Give at least 2 assessment procedures
being done prior to Bedmaking.
b
c
7-8. Give at least 2 aseptic techniques that
should be performed prior to bedmaking.
9-10. Give at least 2 proper body mechanics
practices in bedmaking.
True/False
Strip and make up on one side as
much as possible before working on
the other side.
True
True/False
To avoid, unnecessary trips to the
linen supply area, gather all linen
before starting to strip a bed
True
Purposes of BEDMAKING
1.To promote the client’s comfort.
2. To provide a clean, neat environment for
the client.
3. To provide a smooth, wrinkle-free bed
foundation, thus minimizing sources of skin irritation.
Assessment prior to BEDMAKING
Is made when the bed will be empty for a longer duration. It
involves fully making the bed with fresh linens and covering it entirely.
UNOCCUPIED CLOSED BED
UNOCCUPIED CLOSED BED INDICATIONS:
ASEPSIS
PROPER BODY MECHANICS
It is made when the client will be out of bed for a short period or when the bed will be empty for a while.
UNOCCUPIED OPEN BED
UNOCCUPIED OPEN BED INDICATION
PILLOW CASE STEPS
a. Grasps the closed end of the pillowcase with the
dominant hand.
b. Grasps the open end of the pillowcase with the nondominant hand and gathers the case up until the closed end.
c. Grasps one corner of the pillow through the pillowcase.
d. With free hand, pulls pillowcase over the pillow.
e. Adjust the pillowcase so that the pillow fits into the corner s
of the case and the seams are straight.
f. Distributes the content of the pillow evenly by fluffing.
g. Places pillow appropriately at the head of the bed with the
open side facing away from the door or window.
It is used for patients
undergoing surgical procedures and requiring specialized care before, during, and after surgery.
SURGICAL BED
SURGICAL BED INDICATIONS
It is used when the bed is made with the care
recipient in it and not able or permitted to get out of the bed.
OCCUPIED BED
OCCUPIED BED INDICATIONS
a
a