Module 6 Personal Hygiene 2023/2024 verified to pass

Module 6 Personal HygieneWhat are various factors that affect personal hygiene? - correct answer Social practices, personal preferences, body image, socioeconomic status, health beliefs and motivation, cultural variables, developmental stage, physical condition How does social groups affect personal hygiene? - correct answer influence hygiene preferences and practices, including the type of hygiene products used and the nature and frequency of personal care practices. Family customs play an important role during childhood in determining the hygiene practices such as brush and flossing performed. How does personal preference affect personal hygiene? - correct answer Knowing a pt personal preference promote individualized care. Some pts prefer showers vs bathes. pt select different hygiene and grooming products according to personal preferences. How does body image affect personal hygiene? - correct answer surgery, illness or change in emotional or functional status often affect a pts body image. discomfort and pain, emotional stress and fatigue diminish the ability or desire to perform hygiene self-care and require extra effort to promote hygiene and grooming How does socioecomic status affect personal hygiene? - correct answer when a person lacks socioeconomic resources it becomes difficult to participate and take responsible role in health promotion activities such as basic hygiene how does health belief affect personal hygiene? - correct answer pts health beliefs predict the likelihood of assuming health promotion behavior such as maintaining good hygiene knowledge about the importances of hygiene and its implications for well being influences hygiene practices but motivation is key. How does diverse culture practices affect personal hygiene? - correct answer Do not express disapproval when caring for pts whose hygiene differ from yours. How does developmental stage affect personal hygiene? - correct answer affects the ability of the pt to perform hygiene care and the type of care needed. changes throughout the lifespan effect the skin, feet and nails, mouth, hair and senses. How does physical limitations affect personal hygiene? - correct answer some pt lack the energy and dexterity to perform hygiene self care safely What are the purposes of giving a bath and providing skin care? - correct answer Good personal hygiene is linked with good health. promotes comfort and relaxtion, fostera positive self-image, promote healthy skin and help prevent infection and diseases promotes comfort and relaxation promote range of motion and stimulates circulation. When would the nurse chose to use a shower, assisted bath or bed bath? - correct answer Shower provides more thorough cleaning although it may cause fatigue. Complete bed bath is administered to patients who are completely depended. Assisted bath is administered to patients who are capable of doing some of their personal hygiene themselves but may need assistance. What assessments are important when providing back care? - correct answer Assessment when providing a back rub include the nurse observing for skin breakdown. Why do you massage the back? - correct answer Providing a back massage promotes relaxation, relieves muscular tension, decreases perception of pain. In addition to promoting a sense of well-being, why is providing oral hygiene important? - correct answer Prevents deterioration of the oral cavity. How does the nurse provide denture care? - correct answer Use cloth or gauze to remove dentures from mouth; CARRY THEM TO THE SINK IN A CONTAINER. Line the sink with washcloths to prevent dentures from sliding around. Apply cleaning agent to brush and clean by holding horizontally and using back and forth motion. How is oral hygiene different for the unconscious patient? What is the risk factor? How is safety maintained? - correct answer For an unconscious pt the most important factor is preventing the pt from aspirating on excess water. Make sure you have your suction tool ready to help remove any excess water.