BED MAKING

Definition
Bed making is technique, in which an area is provided for the client or patient for to be comfortable and
activities of daily living.
Purpose:
1. To provide the client with a safe and comfortable bed to take rest and sleep.
2. To give to the unit or ward a neat appearance.
3. To adopt to the needs of the client.
4. To economize time, material and effort.
5. To prevent bed sore.
6. To observe the client. E.g. presence of bed sore, oral hygiene, clients.
7. To promote cleanliness.
8. To establish an effective therapeutic relationship.
9. To provide active and passive exercise to the clients.
10. To help the relatives to learn to care for the sick at home.
Types of bed making






PRINCIPLES INVOLVED IN BED MAKING
1. Micro organisms are found everywhere on the skin, on the articles used by the client and in
the environment. The nurse takes care to prevent the transference of micro organisms from
the source to the new host by direct or indirect contact or prevent the multiplication of the
micro organisms.
TYPES OF BED MAKING
Occupied Bed (Or) Open Bed Un Occupied Bed (Or) Close Bed

Special Bed