Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1110 of 1700

The bed was sanitized. What do you do before you place the fitted sheet?

  1. Spray it once more with disinfectant
  2. Let the bed dry
  3. Cover it with a bath towel
  4. Place the pillow on it first
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Correct answer: Let the bed dry

Wet surfaces should not be covered with new linens. The sheet goes on after the bed has dried.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.5: Skills Checklist- Making an Unoccupied Bed Checklist

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026