Hygiene Random Info

Question 1

What does CHG stand for?

Answer 1

chlorhexidine gluconate

Question 2

What direction should you use CHG wipes on a patient?

Answer 2

from the head down

Question 3

What are the 5 bathing guidelines?

Answer 3

maintain warmth
promote independence
maintain safety
provide privacy
anticipate needs

Question 4

fowler’s position

Answer 4

head of bed raised to 45-90 degrees. semi-sitting position. foot of bed may also be raised at knee

Question 5

semi-fowler’s position

Answer 5

head of bed raised approximately 30-45 degrees. foot of bed may also be raised at knee

Question 6

trendelenburg’s position

Answer 6

entire bedframe tilted with head of bed down

Question 7

reverse trendelenburg’s position

Answer 7

entire bedframe tilted with foot of bed down

Question 8

flat position

Answer 8

entire bedframe horizontally parallel with floor