| 摘要 |
A bed (10) with linen changing means comprises features that allow the mattress linen (120) to be changed and/or occupant's skin in contact with mattress (62) /linen to be aired without requiring an occupant to leave the bed. The bed frame provides a matrix of slats (28) which support the occupant while the mattress is lowered for occupant airing and then extended for linen changing. The mattress comprises a plurality of horizontal mattress sections (63) spaced apart allowing corresponding insertion between the slats until said slats are recessed within the mattress and a user is able to lie comfortably upon raised portions of the mattress. The mattress is supported by a mobile frame apparatus (60) being vertically adjustable via a manually- operated crank (82) and gear assembly (86, 88, 90) such that a caretaker may lower and slide the mattress outward while the bed occupant rests upon the slats, providing easy access to the mattress for purposes of changing bed linens. The mattress is then slid inward and raised back into place to support the occupant.
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