Objectives:

 Describe what client unit is.

 Explain the use of each component in
client unit with purpose.
 Describe the environmental factors
related to a safe client unit.
 Client Unit:
Typical hospital room as comfortable ,
safe & large enough for the client & visitor
to move freely.
 Goal :
To make the client’s room comfortable as
his home environment.
 Components
 Bed with safety side rails
 Bedside Table
 Over bed table
 Lights/ side lamps
 Call light , intercom
 Intra venous stand
 Foot stool
 Screen
 Other equipments include
 Suction apparatus
 Oxygen outlet
 Oxygen & suction
Call light outlet
Bed With Safety Side Rails

 Designed for comfort ,

safety & adaptability for
changing position.

 Typical bed consist of firm

mattress & metal frame that
can be raised & lowered
horizontally.
Bedside Table
 Small table/cabinet next
to the bed
 Used to store the clients
personal belongings,
basins(bath), emesis
basin& towel.
 It contains a drawer above
& cupboard below.
Over Bed Table

 Long & narrow table

with wheels position
over the client ‘s bed.

 Ideal working space

for nurses.

 It holds meal tray.

Intravenous stand
 Holds IV fluids and
medications.
Screen
 Provides privacy to the
client while performing
procedures.
Foot Stool
 Helps to climb
up and move
out of the bed .
Environmental Factors
 Control ventilation &temperature & noises.
 Keep all personal items within the reach,
remove all the items which obstruct the
way.
 Make the environment personal to the
client.
 Be sure that the client is easily accessible.
 BIBLIGRAPHY
REFERENCES:
1. Barbara Kozier," Kozier & Erbs Techniques
in nursing" 5 th edition,P.P :2-9.
2. Barbara Kozier, " Fundamental of nursing " 7
th edition, P.P :.