Hospital bed types explained: plain, semi-Fowler, Fowler and electric
Short answerA plain bed is fixed and flat; a semi-Fowler bed raises the backrest; a Fowler bed raises the backrest and knee rest; an electric bed does these movements (and often height) with motors. Pick by how long patients stay and how much they need to sit up.
What is the difference between the main bed types?
| Bed type | Movements | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Plain | None | Day care, short observation, budget wards |
| Semi-Fowler | Backrest | General wards where patients need to sit up |
| Fowler | Backrest and knee rest | Post-operative and longer stays |
| Electric | Backrest, knee rest, height, often tilt | ICUs, private rooms, patients with limited mobility |
Which materials should you choose?
Powder-coated mild steel is durable and economical for most wards. Stainless steel resists corrosion in wet areas and is easier to keep clean but costs more. ABS head and foot panels are light and easy to clean.
What about mattresses?
Order the mattress with the bed so the size matches. Foam mattresses with a waterproof cover suit most wards; ICUs often add air or pressure-relief mattresses for long stays.
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