ADLs & Hygiene Flashcards
care of private areas; these areas are more prone to breakdown
perineal care
Bed’s should always beeeeee…
LOW AND LOCKED
Purpose of back massage
Enhance blood supply to skin and muscles
Promotes relaxation
Reduces anxiety
You should never massage …
bony prominences or risk areas for breakdown
What to assess when reaching pt Feet assessment ?
Color, capillary refill, temperature; pedal pulses
What can you use if you are unable to hear pedal pulse.
Doppler
Nurses are allowed to cut nails for patients. T or F
FALSE
Nurses should not perform nail cutting. Must be done by Podiatrists. SHould avoid as pt could br diabetic/ diabetic neuropathy.
Dentures should be cleaned outside of patients mouth. T or F
True
What is used to prevent PNA in vent patients?
Oral Care w/ Chlorohexidine
Oral Care for the unconscious pt includes …
Turn on pt side to avoid aspiration
Is shaving allowed in the hospital?
No, no razors are used in hospital due to prophylactic anti coagulants given to pt
Pt can bring their own electric clippers
*No Razors bc NO CUTS *
How should nurse perform eye care in the unconscious patient?
Use of artificials to keep eye moist
or use an eye patch
What is needed for a patient to be able to eat food?
Adequate swallowing
difficulty swallowing
dysphagia
Which healthcare professional performs a swallow analysis?
Speech Pathologist
Use of straws increases risk for aspiration. T or F
True
Appropriate feeding position
Sitting upright
What should occur after patient eats?
Pt mouth should be checked for pocketing/holding food
Care of the Unit/Room Environment includes
Bed Making
Over Bed Table (Neat or Clear)
Electric
Oxygen - operable
Suction- operable
Equipement
a large abdominal skin fold
Pannus
Obese patients are not at risk for fungal infections. T or F
FALSE
They are at risk
Best way to restore mobility and body mechanics?
Rehabilitation
Nurses should always assess situation before action. T or F
True
How to use Good Body Mechanics
- Perform work at Waist Length *
Back Straight
Elbow Flexed
Use Thigh Muscles
