Question 1.
Rules for hand washing
ANSWER
-15-20 seconds -hands lower than elbows -firm rubbing circular motion -remove jewelry
Question 2.
rules for baths
ANSWER
-long firm strokes -inspect skin -persuasion -stop if distress -use distraction -ask for help
Question 3.
complete bath
ANSWER
sponge bath
Question 4.
self help bath
ANSWER
patients confined to bed;can help with back/feet
Question 5.
partial bath
ANSWER
client washes everything;nurse washes back
Question 6.
bag bath
ANSWER
Commercially prepared washcloths that are moistened with a no-rinse-required cleaning product.
Question 7.
towel bath
ANSWER
Nurse uses a single large towel to cover and wash a client
, Question 8.
tub bath
ANSWER
A bath given in a tub.
Question 9.
independent
ANSWER
no bathing assistance needed
Question 10.
Semi-dependent
ANSWER
requires help from another person
Question 11.
moderately dependent
ANSWER
help from another person and/or device
Question 12.
totally dependent
ANSWER
not able to participate at all
Question 13.
foot care basics
ANSWER
-nails cut straight across -diabetics -no lotion between toes, may cause fissures and cracks in skin
Question 14.
Oral care basics
ANSWER
-no lemon glycerin swabs (erodes enamel) -mouth swab in water -suction available
Question 15.
critical thinking-independence
ANSWER
think for yourself