Lesson 3: Making a Simple Occupied Bed

Introduction
A simple occupied bed is also a type of hospital bed. It is similar to the simple unoccupied bed. With our knowledge in the previous lesson, todays lesson will not be difficult.



Requirements
Extra requirement in addition to simple unoccupied bed is Dirty linen bin.

Methods



 * 1) Side to side
 * 2) Top to bottom

Procedures/steps
NB: If routine bed making is not in progress the individual bed is screened. Note
 * 1) Explain procedure to patient if he is conscious.
 * 2) Provide privacy by placing a screen across the ward door (routine bed making).
 * 1) Place two chairs at the foot end of the bed.
 * 2) Untuck the bed clothes beginning from the top.
 * 3) Remove counterpane or blanket, if present, by folding it into three parts on to the chair.
 * 4) Do not expose patient.
 * 5) Remove all pillows and other bed accessories where necessary.
 * 6) If side to side method is employed
 * 7) Roll the patient gently from side to side and support him in this position (lateral position).
 * 8) Roll draw sheet and mackintosh up to the patient’s back.
 * 9) Turn patient over to the other side and remove draw sheet if soiled.
 * 10) If top to bottom method is employed.
 * 11) Lift patient to the bottom of the bed and remove draw sheet if soiled.
 * 12) Pull draw sheet if dirty or wet and change it.
 * 13) Replace pillows and other bed accessories.
 * 14) Replace top linen and leave patient comfortable.
 * 15) Discord trolley.
 * Clean patient if he has soiled himself before puttting him on tje clean sheet.
 * The bed clothes should not be tucked in too tightly around the patient, particularly over the feet. He should be allowed freedom to move.

Akos 18:11, 28 February 2007 (CET)