Lecture on Bed Making in Health Services

Introduction

• Presented by Kelly and Jackie.
• Aimed at teaching how to make an unoccupied and occupied bed.

Equipment

• Two sheets
• A blanket
• Two pillowcases

Unoccupied Bed Making

Preparation

• Ensure bed is clean and free from equipment.
• Use appropriate equipment: two sheets, a blanket, two pillowcases.
• Position bed away from the wall and adjust to hip height of the shortest person to prevent back strain.
• Wash hands before starting.

Making the Bed

1. Bottom Sheet

   • Place mid-bed, roll out, avoid shaking to prevent contamination.
   • Align with bed center and tuck at the top.
   • Make hospital corners for a tight fit.
   • Ensure no creases to prevent pressure sores.

2. Top Sheet

   • Similar method to the bottom sheet.
   • Tuck in the bottom, make neat hospital corners, but don’t tuck all the way down the sides.

3. Blanket

   • Follow the same principle as sheets.
   • Change only if soiled.
   • Align and tuck similarly.

4. Pillowcases

   • Put on without shaking, don’t hold against yourself.

Final Steps

• Lower the bed for easy access.
• Move bed back to its position and apply brakes.
• Ensure call bell and controls are accessible.

Occupied Bed Making

Initial Steps

• Greet the patient and explain the process.
• Adjust bed to hip height of the shortest person.

Procedure

1. Loosening Sheets

   • Untuck bottom sheet completely.
   • Maintain patient dignity and privacy.
   • Roll patient gently, explain actions, and ensure patient is covered.

2. Changing Sheets

   • Roll the soiled sheet tightly under the patient.
   • Place clean bottom sheet under the old one.
   • Make hospital corners and tuck it tightly.

3. Switching Sides

   • Help the patient roll over to the clean side.
   • Remove the soiled sheet completely.
   • Finish tucking in the clean sheet.

4. Completing the Change

   • Ensure patient comfort and security.
   • Change top sheet and blanket one at a time, maintaining coverage.

Conclusion

• Demonstrations showed both unoccupied and occupied bed making processes.
• Importance of maintaining infection control, patient dignity, and ergonomic practices highlighted.