What should be done with bed linens?

What should be done with bed linens?

• A. They should be rolled up with the dirty side in.
• B. They should be shaken to be sure none of the residents' personal belongings are put in the wash.
• C. They should be left in a pile outside the resident's door for housekeeping to pick up.
• D. They should be rolled up with the clean side in.

Answer: (A)

Contaminated bed linens carry germs, so the safest way to handle them is to contain the dirty surface. Roll the linens with the dirty side tucked inside, keeping contaminants away from your clothes and the surrounding environment. Do not shake the linens, since that can spread pathogens, and do not leave them in a pile outside the resident’s door—place them in a laundry bag or hamper and transport them to the laundry promptly. This method minimizes contamination and protects both staff and other residents.

Contaminated bed linens carry germs, so the safest way to handle them is to contain the dirty surface. Roll the linens with the dirty side tucked inside, keeping contaminants away from your clothes and the surrounding environment. Do not shake the linens, since that can spread pathogens, and do not leave them in a pile outside the resident’s door—place them in a laundry bag or hamper and transport them to the laundry promptly. This method minimizes contamination and protects both staff and other residents.