Exam 2 - Chapter 31 (Hygiene) Flashcards
Personal Hygiene
Measures for maintaining a minimal level of personal cleanliness and grooming
Oral health is related directly to
systemic health
Poor oral health is associated with
diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome
When skin problems are present, what should you ask?
"How long have you had this problem?" "Does it bother you?" "How does it bother you?" "Does it itch?" "Have you found anything that helps relieve these symptoms?"
Assessment Guidelines: Proceed systematically in a
head-to-toe sequence
Assessment Guidelines: Light
Use a good source of light, preferably daylight
Assessment Guidelines: Compare
Bilateral parts for symmetry
Assessment Guidelines: Reporting
Use standard terminology to report and record findings
Characteristics of Skin
Cleanliness Color Temperature Turgor Moisture Sensation Vascularity
Characteristics of Hair
Baldness Patches of Baldness Dry Scalp Pediculosis Lesions Shiny or Dull
Characteristics of Eyes
Examine for Discharge
Redness
Conjunctiva
Characteristics of Ears
Cerumen (Wax)
Older adults at higher risk
Discharge
Hearing Aids
Characteristics of Nose
Patency of Nostrils
Discharge
Dryness
Oxygen Administration
Characteristics of Oral Cavity
Lips, Buccal Mucosa, Tongue, Gums
Teeth
Stomatitis
Glossitis
Characteristics of Nails
Shape
Angle
Texture
Color
Characteristics of Feet
Intact Skin Cleanliness Orthopedic Problems Color Skin Between The Toes
Characteristics of Perineal/Anal Area
Risk Factors: Incontinence Foley Catheter Odor Discharge Intact Skin
Focus of Self-Care Deficit Diagnoses
Feeding
Bathing and Hygiene
Dressing and Grooming
Toileting
Caries
The decay of teeth with the formation off cavities
Gingivitis
An inflammation of the gingiva, the tissue that surrounds the teeth
Periodontitis
Also known as periodontal disease, is a marked inflammation of the gums that also involves degeneration of the dental periosteum (tissues) and gum tissues
Stomatitis
An inflammation of the oral mucosa, with symptoms including heat, pain, increase saliva, and halitosis
Glossitis
Inflammation of the tongue,
Cheilosis
An ulceration and dry scaling of the lips with fissure at the angles of the mouth
Alopecia
Absence or loss of hair
Pediculosis
Infestation with lice
Name when lice infests hair and scalp?
Pediculus Humans Capitis
Name when lice infests the body?
Pediculus Humanus Corporis
Name when lice infests shorter hair of the body, usually pubic and axillary hair?
Phthirus Pubis
Care of eyes
Clean from inner to outer canthus with wet, warm cloth, cotton ball, or compress
Care of ears
Wash external ear with washcloth covered finger; do not use cotton-tipped swabs
Care of nose
Clean nose by having patient blow it if both nares are patent
Removed crusted secretions around nose by applying warm, moist compress
Care of hair
Identify patients usual hair and scalp practices
GRoom and shampoo hair
Care of Feet
Soak nails and feet and assist with trimming and clening
Provide diabetic foot care if indicated
Factors affecting Personal Hygiene
Culture Socioeconomic Class Spiritual Practices Developmental Level Health State Personal Preferences
What does Nonsoap emollient prevent?
Prevents drying
What does Chlorhexidine Gluconate prevent”?
Reduces pathogens on the skin
