Deck 49: Beds and Bed Making

Question 1

When should the nurse plan to change the bed linens for an incontinent client?

A) Only after client's bath
B) Whenever the linen is soiled
C) Daily just before bedtime
D) Daily before visiting hours

Answer 1

Whenever the linen is soiled

Question 2

What are purposes of effective and frequent bed making? Select all that apply.

A) Helps clients feel comfortable
B) Decreases pathogens in the client's environment
C) Reduces the potential for skin breakdown
D) Helps to control odors in the room
E) Allows for an esthetically pleasing environment

Answer 2

Helps clients feel comfortable
Decreases pathogens in the client's environment
Reduces the potential for skin breakdown
Helps to control odors in the room

Question 3

What are purposes of upper bed linen? Select all that apply.

A) Prevents wrinkles that might cause skin irritation
B) Preserves the client's modesty
C) Provides covering for the client's shoulders
D) Assists in the positioning of clients
E) Can be easily adjusted to meet the client's needs for warmth

Answer 3

Preserves the client's modesty
Provides covering for the client's shoulders
Can be easily adjusted to meet the client's needs for warmth

Question 4

What term is used to describe a bed made with the top covers pulled up to the head of
The bed covering the entire bottom sheet?

A) An open bed
B) An occupied bed
C) A postoperative bed
D) A closed bed

Question 5

What is the nurse required to do as part of the bed making procedure for an occupied bed?

A) Place a bath blanket over the top sheet
B) Raise the side rails on both sides of the bed
C) Raise the height of the bed to a comfortable level
D) Place the used linens on the floor

Question 6

A nurse is making an open bed for a mobile client. Which should the nurse do to ensure that the client can easily get into the bed?

A) Pull the covers up to the head of the bed
B) Cover the top sheet with a blanket
C) Fan-fold the top linens to the bottom third of the bed
D) Allow the bed to remain at a higher level

Question 7

A nurse is preparing a bed for a client who will return from surgery. Which action should the nurse take?

A) Eliminate wrinkles on the existing linen, making sure the bed is closed
B) Fan-fold top linens to the side next to the stretcher and tuck in tightly
C) Tuck in the top linens and blankets and fan-fold to the foot of the bed
D) Fan-fold top linens to the side away from the stretcher and leave a tab on the top linen for easy grasping

Question 8

What is the correct sequence for making a mitered corner for a hospital bed?
1) Drop the triangle over the side of the bed
2) Pick up the selvage edge of the sheet nearest the foot of the bed
3) Tuck the hanging edge under the mattress
4) Fold down a triangle on the bed
5) Tuck the hanging part of the sheet under the mattress

A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B) 2, 4, 5, 1, 3
C) 3, 1, 2, 4, 5
D) 4, 2, 5, 3, 1

Question 9

What is the rationale for turning the top bedding down to the foot of the mattress and folding it back on itself when opening a bed for a client?

A) Protects the blanket from getting soiled
B) Keeps the rougher blanket away from the client's skin
C) Makes it easier for the client to handle the bedclothes
D) Makes the bed easier to get into

Question 10

A nurse has to open a bed for a client. What is the rationale for leaving the bed in the low position?

A) Vital to prevent falls
B) Helping the person into bed is easier
C) Makes it easier for the client to handle the bedclothes
D) Shows the client that the bed is ready

Question 11

Which clients would benefit most from the use of a bed cradle? Select all that apply.

A) A fracture of the left femur
B) Extensive burns of the feet
C) A comatose client
D) A paralysis client
E) An agitated client

Question 12

The family asks the nurse why the top side rails of the bed of an older adult client are kept raised. What rational should the nurse give regarding the purpose of the side rails?

A) To assist in changing positions
B) To hold the nurse's call signal
C) To hold the TV remote control
D) To restrict client movement

Question 13

What is the purpose of the bed cradle?

A) Prevents the bedclothes from touching all or part of the client's body
B) Prevents clients from falling when getting out of bed
C) Helps the client to change position while in bed
D) Prevents abnormal plantar flexion or deformity

Question 14

Which client would benefit from the use of a footboard?

A) A client with burns to both lower legs.
B) A client who has been identified as a falls risk
C) A client who needs assists changing position in bed
D) A client with a paralyzed foot

Question 15

What is purpose of a bed board?

A) Prevents the bedclothes from touching all or part of the client's body
B) Prevents clients from falling out of bed
C) Helps the client to change position while in bed
D) Supports the body in correct alignment

Question 16

Which bed accessory would be most helpful for the client to use to pull up to a sitting position?

A) Side rail
B) Trapeze
C) Bed cradle
D) An intravenous (IV) pole

Question 17

What is the purpose of traction?

A) Provides strength to the body part in traction
B) Reduces potential for skin breakdown
C) Supports the body to reduce pressure on bony prominences
D) Keeps the body part in proper alignment

Question 18

What is the purpose of the trapeze?

A) Provides strength to the arms when the client is in bed
B) Reduces potential for skin breakdown
C) Supports the body to reduce pressure on bony prominences
D) Keeps the body part in proper alignment

Question 19

A healthcare provider recommends that a client with paralysis use a flotation mattress. What is the purpose of a flotation mattress?

A) Provides comfort because it's unique shape
B) Treats contractures as a result of prolonged immobility
C) Supports the body to avoid creating pressure points
D) Keeps the body straight, flat alignment

Question 20

What is the function of a Gatch bed?

A) It rotates to move the client from prone to supine position.
B) It is lowered and raised by an electric mechanism.
C) It turns the client from side to side.
D) It keeps the client cool as required.

Question 21

What is the purpose of an orthopedic bed?

A) Provides comfort because it is shaped like an egg carton.
B) Treats contractures as a result of prolonged immobility.
C) Supports the body to avoid creating pressure points.
D) Keeps the body straight, flat alignment.

Question 22

What is the purpose of a therapeutic bed?

A) Provides comfort because it is shaped like an egg carton.
B) Treats contractures as a result of prolonged immobility.
C) Supports the body to avoid creating pressure points.
D) Keeps the body straight, flat alignment.