TYPES OF HOSPITAL BEDS | Patient Life Matters patientlifematters.com/types-of-hospital-bedsPrivate View Here is a list of common types of hospitalbeds, their uses, differences, and general instructions on how to operate them: Standard Hospital Bed: standard bed Download. Uses: Basic hospitalbeds used for general patient care. Differences: These beds have adjustable head and foot sections and can be raised or lowered as needed.