NSG 241 - Exam 1 Study Guide.

NSG 241 - Exam 1 Study Guide/NSG 241 - Exam 1 Study Guide. Lab: Hygiene and Personal Care: Main concepts of hygiene skills: While doing bathing and skin care promote independence, teach about hygiene as you’re cleansing them, and there are many benefits to this. It gets rid of dead skin cells/dead skin, bacteria, and any bodily fluids that are on the skin if you have a patient that is incontinent (you want to prevent future breakdown of their skin), and it is comforting and therapeutic for the patient. You can do assessments during this time. Perineal care is important for patients who are dependent, incontinent, and/or who have a urinary catheter. Bedtime routines promote relaxation. Foot and hand care are comforting for the patient, prevent odors, and prevent skin breakdown. A massage provides relaxation and comfort, increases circulation, and promotes sleep.