module 4 -hygiene

Question 1

hygiene assessment based on

Answer 1

self-care ability, hygiene practices, cultural factors, patients at risk for hygiene problems, special considerations and patient expectations

Question 2

factors influencing hygiene include

Answer 2

social practices, personal preferences, body image, socioeconomic status, health beliefs and motivation as well as physical condition

Question 3

common skin problems

Answer 3

dryness, acne, rashes, contact dermatitis, psoriasis and abrasions

Question 4

common foot and nail problems

Answer 4

callus, keratosis, plantar warts, ingrown nails, ram’s horn nails, tinea pedis (athletes foot) and odours.

Question 5

common hair and scalp problems

Answer 5

dandruff, ticks, lice, alopecia

Question 6

guidelines for bathing

Answer 6

provide privacy, maintain safety, maintain warmth, promote independence and anticipate needs

Question 7

foot and nail care guidelines

Answer 7

careful inspection, lukewarm water temperature, no soaking for patients with diabetes, cutting off nails if indicated, application of lotions and proper socks and shoes.

Question 8

mastication

Answer 8

chewing

Question 9

inspection of feet for lesions includes noting areas of

Answer 9

dryness, inflammation and cracking

Question 10

neuropathy

Answer 10

degeneration of peripheral nerves characterized by a loss of sensation, which cam lead to injury.

Question 11

what is stomatitis and what causes it?

Answer 11

inflammation of the oral mucosal tissue, caused by radiation or chemotherapy

Question 12

define complete bed bath

Answer 12

patients who are totally dependant and require total hygiene care

Question 13

define a partial bed bath

Answer 13

only bathing body parts that would cause discomfort/odour if not cleaned; not easily reached by patients