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Beds
Beds are where most people spend a third of their lives sleeping. Ask questions about these essential pieces of furniture here.
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Does anyone make a wedge to fill the large space between the mattress and sleigh bed headboard?
Sounds like you have a mis match between the mattress and the frame. Many frames are adjustable so that the gap can be eliminated. You may have a Cal King frame with a standard mattress. Either way your mattress is shorter than your bed frame, The foot area is the best place to remove the gap and if you cannot adjust the extra out of the frame then a piece of bulk foam cut to size purchased from a fabric store would do the trick.
What is the difference between a full and a queen size bed?
The size of a full size bed is 54" wide X 75" long and provides 27" of sleeping space while occupied by 2 people. The size of a Queen size bed is 60" wide X 80" long and provides 30" of sleeping space while occupied by 2 people.
What is an Alternating Pressure Mattress?
alternating pressure mattresses work to ensure that pressure points or bony prominences do not have constant pressure on them thereby lowering the risk of pressure sores.
What is the depreciation rate for a king-sized mattress and boxspring.?
If you are looking for the tax depreciation, that information would be included in tax software, or on the IRS website. It classifies the item and has a standardized rate for each year it is in service. If you have one you are trying to sell, usually it is worth much less than half of what you paid for it, even if used lightly.
What are equivalent bedding sizes in American and Spanish for a double bed?
The size of a double bed in America is 54 in _ 75 in or 137 cm _ 191 cm. In Latin America the dimensions would be 55 in _ 79 in or 140 cm _ 200 cm.
Are memory foam beds safe for young children?
I was wondering the same thing. MY guess would be yes as far as firmness goes. The seem soft bot aren't plush and cushy like a pillowtop, featherbed, down comforter, etc. What about chemicals though?
I would say no. I used to work in a chiropractic clinic and especially in young children I don't think memory foams are good for their spinal development. It really depends on how soft it is. If the child sinks into it too much and they have a tendency to slouch in certain area's, this will only craddle the issue, ultimately worsening the condition as they age. Where as if a child has a firmer bed, it can offer that child's slouching problem support. Ultimately lessening the curvature in the spine as time passes. Not to hard, not too soft... Simple :)
Why did people in the olden days have canopy beds?
The Saxon bed was usually made up against a wall, as a type of bunk or cabin, sometimes in a recess, with a rough mattress placed on boards, together with covers, and curtains suspended from above. The curtains could be tightly drawn at night to keep draughts and light out, while keeping warmth and also illness in. The bedstead was a term used to denote the place, or stead, in which the bed was made, but when the bench was superseded by more elegant pieces of furniture, it still retained the now familiar name. At no time was the canopy used to keep critters and droppings from falling on the bed and persons sleeping.
How do you clean a cotton mattress from baby's urine?
Diluted peroxide does an awesome job cleaning urine stains.
What kind of metal is a futon frame?
It depends on the manufacturer. Most futons I have seen are steel, and can be cut with a torch, brazed, and welded.
How do you remove blood stains from a mattress?
This is probably the easiest thing you could possibly do, and it's completely free..spit on it. Get a rag, or washcloth and spit right on the stain (only if it's your spit and yourblood) and rub with the rag/washcloth. You will start to notice the stain fading right away. And just keep doing this until it's gone. It should take less than a few minutes. Hope this helped. : )
How do you keep fitted sheet corners from rising on the bed and are there some type of straps?
Yes, you can get them at most department stores.
Some are put on each corner, some go all the way underneath the mattress and hook to both sides. But they don't work for everyone. Some have been known to put holes in sheets where they are attached (those with metal clamps). Corners can still come off sometimes, too, if you don't put them on securely (you may need to attach corner ones closer to the middle than you might at first think is needed, but they are very stretchy, I use only two on my bed and they work great).
Drawstring sheets can be another way to go! Drawstring fitted sheets stay put and self-adjust to the mattress thickness. The drawstring is tightened at the side of the mattress so there is no problem figuring out where the drawstring side is.
No, just replace the radiator. The other one (in the front) is the condenser for the a/c system.
There is no official phobia for the fear of getting out of bed. However, the fear of anything related to beds is called clinophobia.
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A bed bath involves washing the entire body one section at a time, then rinsing and drying thoroughly while the patient remains in the bed. People who are sedentary, bedridden or difficult to move are given bed baths.
What are age appropriate bed times?
The ideal time for a preschooler child to sleep at night is between 6 PM to 8 PM. Once your child follows the routine to sleep at this time, he will wakeup fresh in the morning.
Infant sleep consultant - Ausra Cirkelyte suggests every parent to prepare their child's bedtime routine by 7 PM, because this is their development stage and each habit affects their health activity. Even when your child does not seem tired or sleepy, you must make them follow this routine by putting them to sleep by that time.
For further assistance, book an appointment with UAE toddler sleep consultant or visit the following link: "www. kingofsleep .net"
A bed bath can be full or partial. It can also be partial-assist or full assist.
To give a partial bed bath to a patient in a hospital, nursing home, or to a patient living at home, you would:
Set-up
Gather the items needed to give a complete bed bath. Move a table nearer to the bed so there is space to put the basin. These items include:
- bath basin
- bar of soap in soap dish
- 2 washcloths
- 2 bath towels
- 2 hand towels
- clean underwear, if worn
- change of hospital gown, nightgown, or pajamas
- any lotions preferred by the patient
- any powders preferred by the patient
- underarm deodorant as used by this patient
- a sheet or lightweight blanket
Patient set-up
- help patient remove clothes and cover with sheet or light blanket
- or, you can remove clothing as you wash the areas
- once patient is set-up, move quickly to fill the basin with hot water (not boiling hot)
- always keep the patient covered for modesty and privacy; patients can also get cold easily
- only uncover one area at a time during bath, for example, one arm
The bath
At the bedside, start at the head and work downward. You should ask or already know if the patient can wash their own upper body. If the patient can help wash parts, help by wetting the washcloth and applying the amount of soap the patient prefers to the cloth and either handing it to them or assisting with those steps. Wash, rinse, and dry completely, in order:
- the face
- the neck
- the arms and hands
- the chest
- the armpits
- the back
- peri-care - wash the front of the genitals before the buttocks and anal area
Powders or lotions
Many assistants apply lotions or powder as they go. But it may be better to do these after all areas are washed and dried. First, the skin is a sponge and needs the water it receives during a bath. Applying powder too quickly can lead to caking. Second, while some lotions help form a water-barrier and helps moisturize the skin after a bath, applying it too quickly can just make a patient feel as if their skin is greasy.
Note: A complete bed bath would include the belly to pelvis and the legs to feet.
Peri-care without a catheter, females:
Always wash between the legs from the top of the hair/pubic bone downward. Wash the outer labia before separating. Then, separate the outer labia using two fingers to spread the skin, and wash downward. The inner labia protects the clitoris and the urethra, so apply gentle pressure to wash, downward, over these areas, going toward the vagina.
* Never, ever, use an up-down motion, or you can push bacteria into the vagina and urethra.
*Never use too much soap or drippy/soapy water that leaves soap bubbles on the outer genitals or that pools at the vaginal opening. This can lead to irritation, burning, and itching.
*Always rinse the washcloth before taking another pass downward.
*Always rinse the skin and outer areas completely with fresh water. If you've gotten the water too soapy, cover the patient, go and dump the water and re-fill with fresh hot water.
*Dry as you go; it's not a fun feeling to be left wet, plus the patient can get cold.
* Peri-care with an in-dwelling catheter in place differs in some steps.
Peri-care without a catheter, males:
- Wash from the top of the hair/pubic bone downward.
- Lift the penis and wash the head of the penis.
- Straighten the penis by gently pulling upward and wash the shaft of the penis.
- Lay the penis to one side, ask the male to spread his legs and completely wash the front of the scrotum, getting the creases between the legs. ***Use extra gentle touch when washing the male genitalia; it's very sensitive!
* The caregiver's touch may be the only contact a man has had in weeks, months, or years; erections are common.
* If a male becomes erect during a bath, do not let the situation turn to sexual talk, even in jest or joking.
* Reassure the male that erections during bathing is a normal occurrence and "you've seen it all" before.
* Don't embarrass or ridicule the patient; keep a professional demeanor.
*If a female caregiver feels harassed by an excited male patient, she can go ask someone else to finish the care---if she has tried all diversionary tactics already.
Buttocks and anus, males and females.
- Wash the hips and buttocks first.
- The anal area should always be last.
- On females, always wash front to back... vagina to anus.
- Spread the cheeks of the buttocks to fully access the anal area.
- Watch for hemorrhoids which are very sensitive and can easily bleed. Follow the policies and nursing directives for any extra things to be done, such as applying hemorrhoid cream or pads.
- Fold the washcloth over the fingertips and wrap the sides around your fingers. Wash front to back, rinsing well in between washings. Dry completely.
* Powder on the anal area can simply cake and lead to bad irritation. It's also very, very hard to get off at the next bath. Adult patients are NOT infants; even infants can get irritations from too much powder being used.
* Corn starch can be lightly patted onto the outer genital creases, such as along the inner leg/buttock.
* Creams to prevent skin breakdown should be used with common sense; do not lather it on, because goop in creases can also create too much moisture and lead to skin breakdown.
Observations during the bath
- As always, during any bath, assess the skin over bones and joints, and the genital area for skin breakdown.
- Remember, redness is the first stage of skin breakdown. Red to purplish discoloration is common in first stage decubitus.
- Make sure to use the policies to prevent skin breakdown and always report observations to the nurse.
- The nurse should visually inspect any skin tear, no matter how small, to make nursing recommendations.
- If breakdown occurs in genital skin folds, its important to get air to the area and to get the legs separated by using a pillow between the knees while the patient is side-lying.
- Keep the patient free of urine and fecal matter, even if it means more frequent checking or changing.
- If possible, leave underwear off, or turn them inside out so that the seams do not rub in the creases between the legs (where thighs meet the genital area).
- Conscientious observation and actions can prevent skin breakdown.
- Regular bathing not only keeps the skin clean and promote patient comfort, it also gives regular opportunities to combat decubitis from forming.
Also observe for:
- unusual odors
- discharge from the penis or vagina
- signs of abuse; Yes, sexual abuse does occur in all patient residences (home, hospital, nursing home), with higher incidence for female patients of any age; even the most elderly and most frail can be victims.
- Always report unusual findings or concerns.
- Always report sexual abuse to the police.
Caution: Older adults can have very thin skin. Always be gentle; use patting motions rather than rubbing.
How do you remove blood stains?
Remove blood stains with cold water. Hot water will make the stain worse. Blot the stain with a clean, damp cloth. Add more water as needed, but don't use more than you need. After you've gotten the stain up let the mattress air dry.
What are the beds in ambulances called?
Mobile hospital beds are called gurneys, or carts. These are standard in all hospitals.
Can lice live in foam mattresses?
That sounds like a good idea if you have a large freezer available. I think that it would work, although I don´t know what temperature it would have to be at or how long it would have to be in there.
You can also enclose your mattress in a plastic bag for two weeks. After that time all of the lice will be dead. You can enclose it by cutting open garbage bags and taping them together.
Yes. you can freeze your mattress to kill dust mites, lice, etc. But you will have to live in an area that goes below 32 degrees Fahrenheit at times, and holds that temp for several hours at least.
Put your mattress AND you pillows out in the cold then give the mattress a good through vacuuming on both sides.
What do you do if you wet your bed?
Bring a sleeping bag and some plastic to line it with. Also bring a change of clothes. This way you can pretend like nothing happened until you get home. or you could get some diapers to put on under your PJs and when you wet them no one will know and no one will see them
well you take a rag with soap and wipe it until the yellow comes out then u spray it with air freshener
