Which description matches an Open Bed?

• A. Top linens pulled to the head of the bed
• B. Bed with top linens pulled to the head of the bed
• C. Top linens pulled to the foot of the bed
• D. Top linens fan folded to the center of the bed

Answer: (D)

Open bed is prepared so a patient can enter or exit the bed from the side. To achieve this, top linens are fan-folded toward the center of the bed. This clears the sides and creates a ready entry path, making it easier for the patient to get in and out without dealing with piled linens. Folding to the head or to the foot would create a different setup that doesn’t provide the same side-access opening. The center-fold approach specifically yields the open, accessible surface needed.