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Learn the different types of beds and how to make them properly, including closed, open, and occupied beds. Discover essential tips for handling linens, including when dealing with dirty linens. Practice your skills for effective bedmaking in healthcare settings.
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Types of Beds • Closed bed: bed is not in use • Top linens not folded back • Open bed: a bed in use • Top linens folded back • An occupied bed: bed made w/ person in it
Linens • Always hold linens away from your body and uniform • Never shake in the air • Never place clean linens on a dirty surface • Collect just enough for the resident • Dirty Linens: • Roll away from you • Wear gloves • Drawsheets • Small sheet placed over the middle of the bed • Used for lifting and repositioning