Hygiene and Comfort Flashcards
The cleaning and whole grooming activities of an individual
Hygiene and Comfort
The insights
Scientific Knowledge Base
Protects, secretes, excretes, regulates body temperature, and does cutaneous sensation
Skin
Layers of the Skin
Epidermis
Dermis
Subcutaneous Tissue / Hypodermis
Outer layer / Prevents entry of disease-producing microorganisms across and generates the new cells to replace the dead cells
Epidermis
Middle layer / Secretes sebum into the hair follicles
Dermis
Inner layer / Complies as a heat insulator
Subcutaneous Tissue / Hypodermis
Skin Changes
Color
Thickness
Texture
Turgor
Temperature
Hydration
Supposes ability to perform hygiene and comfort
Feet, Hands, and Nails
Fold of a skin
Cuticle
Compiles the lips, mouth, cheeks, tongue, and hard and soft palate
Oral Cavity
Cleanses the mouth
Saliva
Dry mouth intended
Xerostomia
Involves the crown, neck, and root
Normal Tooth
Inflammation of the gums
Gingivitis
Interaction of food and bacteria
Dental Caries
Indicates a person’s general health status
Hair
Hair Changes
Hormonal Changes
Nutrition
Emotional and Physical Stress
Aging
Infection
Illnesses
Intends the structured senses
Eyes, Ears, and Nose
Traps foreign bodies and repels such insects
Cerumen
The judgement
Nursing Knowledge Base
Factors Influencing Hygiene
Social Practice
Personal Preferences
Body Image
Socioeconomic Status
Health Beliefs and Motivation
Cultural Variables
Developmental Stage
Physical Condition
Establish simple yet personal care habits
Through the Patient’s Eyes
Physical Ability / Pain, pain control measures, fatigue level, muscle strength, flexibility, balance, visual acuity, and ability to detect thermal or tactile stimuli
Assessment of Self-Care Ability
Skin / Color, texture, thickness, turgor, temperature, and hydration
Assessment of the Skin
Feet, Hands, and Nails
Assessment of the Feet, Hands, and Nails
Oral Cavity
Assessment of the Oral Cavity
Hair / Scalp
Assessment of the Hair
Eyes, Ears, and Nose / Senses
Assessment of the Eyes, Ears, and Nose
Patient’s preferences
Assessment of the Hygiene Care Practices
Hygiene measures
Assessment of Cultural Influences
Acute, Restorative, and Continuing Care / Bathing and Skin Care
Health Promotion
Increases oxygen consumption and demand
Complete Bed Bath
In dependent classification
Partial Bed Bath
Provide privacy / Maintain safety / Maintain warmth / Promote independence / Anticipate needs
Purposive Guidelines
During Complete Bed Bath
Perineal Care
After Complete Bed Bath
Back Rub
Soaking / Softening
Foot and Nail Care
Brushing / Flossing / Denture Care
Oral Hygiene
Brushing and Combing / Shampooing / Shaving / Mustache and Beard Care
Hair and Scalp Care
Medical Devices / Basic Eye Care / Eyeglasses / Contact Lenses / Hearing Aid Care / Nasal Care / Ear Care
Care of the Eyes, Ears, and Nose
Maintaining Comfort / Room Equipment / Beds / Bed Making / Linens
Patient’s Room Environment
