Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1110 of 1700
The bed was sanitized. What do you do before you place the fitted sheet?
- Spray it once more with disinfectant
- Let the bed dry
- Cover it with a bath towel
- 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
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026