Pt hygiene p42

Question 1

Sitz bath

Answer 1

Reduces inflammation in the perineal and anal area

Question 2

Tepid bath

Answer 2

Reduces elevated body temp by placing cool washcloths in the axillary and groin areas

Question 3

Medicated bath

Answer 3

Relieve itchy skin

Question 4

Oral care

Answer 4

Conscience patient, fowlers or upright, nurse must assess gag reflex
Unconscious patient, lateral position with patients head turned to the side.
Dentures should be stored in a loaded bowl w/ water. Labeled w/patients name and room #

Question 5

Diabetic foot care

Answer 5

Wash daily
Dry well especially between toes
Feel for bumps or temp change
Look between toes, check each toenail
File toenails straight across
Check for dry cracked skin
Examine bottom of feet
Track what you find