Chapter 19 quiz questions Flashcards
a dominate factor influencine hygiene practices:
culture
frequent and excessive sweating of a patient is also known as:
diaphoresis
a full thickness skin loss of subcutaneous tissue without involvment of musscle or bone is known as which type of pressure injury?
Stage 3 / Stage III
the most common type of bath is a:
cleansing bath
an example of a normal age related changed in the skin condition is increased:
collagen loss
skin that is often wet is as risk for:
maceration
what should be the approximate temperature for the water when bathing a patient?
105 ‘F
which of the following considerations should be follow when using safety razor?
lubricate the skin
an effectiv back rub should last approximately:
3-5 mins.
how often should full mouth care for the unconscious patient be performed?
every 8 hours