Colorado Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

How many changes of bed linens (top and bottom sheets, pillowcases, washcloths, bath and face towels) must a facility have per bed?

1. 2 complete sets

2. 3 complete sets

3. 4 complete sets

4. 5 complete sets

The correct answer is: 2 complete sets

In a nursing home setting, having two complete sets of bed linens per bed is considered standard practice. This allows staff to easily change the linens while ensuring that guests have clean bedding available at all times. The first set is used for daily use, while the second set can be utilized during cleaning or in case of spills, soiled linens, or other unforeseen events that might necessitate a change. This practice helps maintain hygiene and resident comfort, which are critical in nursing care environments. While some facilities might opt for more than two sets, they are not required by guidelines and standard protocols, making the provision of two sets sufficient to meet operational needs. The other choices suggest having three, four, or five sets, which may be more than what is typically needed for day-to-day operations in a nursing home context.