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Exam 2 - Chapter 31 (Hygiene) Flashcards

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Personal Hygiene

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Measures for maintaining a minimal level of personal cleanliness and grooming

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2
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Oral health is related directly to

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systemic health

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Poor oral health is associated with

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diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome

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4
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When skin problems are present, what should you ask?

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"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?"
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Assessment Guidelines: Proceed systematically in a

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head-to-toe sequence

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Assessment Guidelines: Light

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Use a good source of light, preferably daylight

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Assessment Guidelines: Compare

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Bilateral parts for symmetry

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Assessment Guidelines: Reporting

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Use standard terminology to report and record findings

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Characteristics of Skin

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Cleanliness
Color
Temperature
Turgor
Moisture
Sensation
Vascularity
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Characteristics of Hair

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Baldness
Patches of Baldness
Dry Scalp
Pediculosis
Lesions
Shiny or Dull
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Characteristics of Eyes

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Examine for Discharge
Redness
Conjunctiva

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Characteristics of Ears

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Cerumen (Wax)
Older adults at higher risk
Discharge
Hearing Aids

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Characteristics of Nose

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Patency of Nostrils
Discharge
Dryness
Oxygen Administration

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Characteristics of Oral Cavity

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Lips, Buccal Mucosa, Tongue, Gums
Teeth
Stomatitis
Glossitis

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Characteristics of Nails

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Shape
Angle
Texture
Color

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Characteristics of Feet

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Intact Skin
Cleanliness
Orthopedic Problems
Color
Skin Between The Toes
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Characteristics of Perineal/Anal Area

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Risk Factors: Incontinence
Foley Catheter
Odor
Discharge
Intact Skin
18
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Focus of Self-Care Deficit Diagnoses

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Feeding
Bathing and Hygiene
Dressing and Grooming
Toileting

19
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Caries

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The decay of teeth with the formation off cavities

20
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Gingivitis

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An inflammation of the gingiva, the tissue that surrounds the teeth

21
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Periodontitis

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Also known as periodontal disease, is a marked inflammation of the gums that also involves degeneration of the dental periosteum (tissues) and gum tissues

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Stomatitis

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An inflammation of the oral mucosa, with symptoms including heat, pain, increase saliva, and halitosis

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Glossitis

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Inflammation of the tongue,

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Cheilosis

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An ulceration and dry scaling of the lips with fissure at the angles of the mouth

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Alopecia

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Absence or loss of hair

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Pediculosis

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Infestation with lice

27
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Name when lice infests hair and scalp?

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Pediculus Humans Capitis

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Name when lice infests the body?

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Pediculus Humanus Corporis

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Name when lice infests shorter hair of the body, usually pubic and axillary hair?

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Phthirus Pubis

30
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Care of eyes

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Clean from inner to outer canthus with wet, warm cloth, cotton ball, or compress

31
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Care of ears

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Wash external ear with washcloth covered finger; do not use cotton-tipped swabs

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Care of nose

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Clean nose by having patient blow it if both nares are patent
Removed crusted secretions around nose by applying warm, moist compress

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Care of hair

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Identify patients usual hair and scalp practices

GRoom and shampoo hair

34
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Care of Feet

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Soak nails and feet and assist with trimming and clening

Provide diabetic foot care if indicated

35
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Factors affecting Personal Hygiene

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Culture
Socioeconomic Class
Spiritual Practices
Developmental Level
Health State
Personal Preferences
36
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What does Nonsoap emollient prevent?

A

Prevents drying

37
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What does Chlorhexidine Gluconate prevent”?

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Reduces pathogens on the skin

NRSG 100: Fundamentals (27 decks)

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