Bed Shampoo

Question 1

Dandruff

Answer 1

small pieces of dead skin on a person’s hair

Question 2

Alopecia

Answer 2

• hair loss
• affects scalp or entire body
• temporary or permanent

Question 3

Pediculosis

Answer 3

infestation of the hair with the eggs, larvae, or adults of lice

Question 4

Scalp Lesions are caused by:

Answer 4

• infection of hair shafts ( folliculitis)
• allergic skin reaction
• viral infections
• skin conditions, such as acne
• cysts

Question 5

Hair Matting

Answer 5

occurs when loose hairs repeatedly twist around attached strand

Question 6

Hair:

Answer 6

• often reflects a person’s feelings or self-concept and sociocultural well-being
• reflects state of health

Question 7

Shampooing the Hair

Answer 7

hair is washed as often as needed to keep it clean

Question 8

Purpose of Hair Care

Answer 8

• stimulates blood circulation to the scalp
• distribute hair oils and provide a healthy sheen
• increase client’s comfort
• assess or monitor scalp problems

Question 9

Lifespan Considerations on Infants

Answer 9

shampoo daily to prevent seborrhoea

Question 10

Lifespan Considerations on Children

Answer 10

monitor for pediculosis (infestation of lice)

Question 11

Lifespan Considerations on Older adults

Answer 11

ensure adequate warmth

Question 12

Considerations in shampooing client’s hair

Answer 12

1. client who is well can shower alone
2. unable (back-lying, bed ridden) patient may be given a shampoo
3. water should be 40.5 degrees Celsius
4. medicated shampoo should be used for lice
5. African-Americans wash their hair less often