Hygiene; Fundamentals Of Nursing Latest Exam | Correct Anaswers
Hygiene; Fundamentals Of Nursing Latest Exam | Correct Anaswers The nurse is assisting a patient with rheumatoid arthritis to bathe at the sink. During the bath the patient states that she is tired. The nurse notices the patient is breathing rapidly and the pulse is rapid. What is the nurse's best response? A. Finish the bath quickly B. Help the patient return to bed C. Leave the patient alone to rest in the chair at the sink for a few minutes D. Instruct the patient to take deep breaths and try to relax - CORRECT ANSWER-B A patient who is cognitively impaired and has dementia requires hygiene care. The patient often displays aggressive behavior such as screaming and hitting during the bath. Which techniques make the bathing experience less stressful for both the nurse and the patient? (Select all that apply.) A. Allow the patient to perform as much of the care as possible. B. Start by washing the face. C. Try an alternative to traditional bathing such as the "bag bath." D. Use restraints to prevent the patient from injuring self or the nurse. - CORRECT ANSWER-A, C
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