Bed-ing and Bath-ing

Making a Bed

Why do we need to know how to make an unoccupied and occupied bed?
       
            *Lightbulb!*
             We need to know this things simply because it can help us not only when there is a patient lying on the bed and one minute you need to change into a Super Home Nurse, but also, it can help us in our daily lives. Well, especially when our mothers (you know Mothers :D), tell us to fix our beds. Simple and neat mitering will probably please her. Also, we can apply our thoughts on making an occupied one when we are told to fix the bed of our elders and they are still sleeping or resting, or maybe when it's hard for them to get up. You know them.
           

How does making a bed help in the fast recovery of our patient?

             If you're the patient and your bed is crumpled everywhere and you feel so uncomfortable, plus the sheets aren't in their places anymore, what would you feel?
             It is really necessary for a home nurse to do things properly, including the bed of the patient. If you're doing it the right way, it would probably make your patient feel comfortable. Who wouldn't want to sleep on a very neat and tidy bed?

         
As a good home nurse, how will you be able to render your services to your patient through bed making?

              As good home nurse, there is one thing you should remember: Do thing properly - in the right manner and in the right time. Simple as it is, if you have common sense, you'll get it.



Bathing the Patient

Why do you need to give a bath to the patient?

             Who in the right thinking wouldn't want to take a bath? Probably, no one.
             Even patients need a bath. No exemptions.
             You need to give a bath to a patient simply to cleanse him from the day's filth. It will also remove the bacteria that might worsen your patient's condition. Giving your patient a bath will make him feel more comfortable, fresh and relaxed.


What are the materials needed for bed bath or sponge bath?

             The materials needed are: 2 big towels, 2 small towels, a rubber sheet, a basin of warm water, soap and a light blanket.


What is the importance of using a urinal or a bed pan?

             The urinal or bed pan is important especially when the patient is bedridden for a long time.


What do you mean by back rub?
           
              A back rub is given to refresh the patient.

           
How do you differentiate cold compress from hot compress?

             A cold compress is a absorbent cloth dipped into cold water and is used to reduce inflammation and pain while a hot compress is the application of heat to a small area and is used to relieve pain and congestion.