RNSG 1105 Intro to Nursing Skills I Module 6 questions n answers rated A+

RNSG 1105 Intro to Nursing Skills I Module 6What are various factors that affect personal hygiene? -Social Practices: social groups influence hygiene preferences and practices -Personal Preferences: knowing pt's personal preferences promotes individualized care -Body Image: surgery illness or a change in emotional or functional status often affects a pt's body image -Socioeconomic status: Lack of resources makes it difficult to participate and take a responsible role in health promotion activities such as basic hygiene. -Health beliefs and motivation: Beliefs predict the likelihood of assuming health promotion behavior such as maintaining good hygiene -Cultural variables: people from diverse cultures practice different hygiene rituals -Developmental stage: Affects the ability of the pt to perform hygiene care and the type of care needed. -Physical condition: certain types of physical limitations or disabilities associated w/disease and injury make pt's lack the physical energy to perform hygiene self-care safely. What are the purposes of giving a bath and providing skin care? -Good personal hygiene is linked w/good health -Maintains personal body cleanliness -Promotes comfort and relaxation -Promotion of Range of Motion -Stimulates circulation -Helps improve self-image When would a nurse choose to use a shower? If patient is physically capable of taking one as a shower can cause more fatigue but provides more thorough cleaning than a bed bath.