Assess Self Care
Provide Assistance with ADLS
Delegate parts of hygiene care
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Skin Differences: Infants
Front
Fragile
Easily Injured
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Oral Care: Denture Care
Front
Remove
Clean with toothpaste or denture-cleaners
-Stare in water in denture cup, label
-REMOVE at bedtime to prevent plaque
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Other Types of Baths
Front
Shower
Tub Bath
Therapeutic Baths
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Foot Care: Shoes
Front
Wear Clean Cotton Socks
-Well Fitted, sturdy shoes
-Nonskid Soles
-Arch Support
-AVOID open toed, sandals, heel, etc
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Self Care in ADLS promote...
Front
increased activity
independence
self-esteem
Back
Types of bed baths
Front
Towel Bath
Bag/Prepackaged
Basin/Water Bath
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Factors influencing Self-Care
Front
Personal Preferences
Culture
Economic Status
Developmental Level
Knowledge Level
Physical Factors
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Foot Care: Protecting Feet
Front
Do not go barefoot
-Avoid Tight knee stocking
-Do not apply heat (unless prescribed)
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Skin Differences: Child
Front
Skin becomes more resistant
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Hygiene Care: AM Care
Front
After Breakfast
-Bathing
-Toileting
-Hair,Skin
-Bed Making
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Caring for a patient enviorment
Front
Prevent/Eliminate Odors
Control Room Temp
Limit Noise
Bedside equipment
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Caring for Eyes: Glasses and Contacts
Front
Glasses: label and store in patients reach
Contacts: Ask patient how to care for them
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Purpose of Oral Care
Front
Remove Foods Particles
Improve Appetite
REDUCES incidence of pneumonia
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Foot Care
Front
Inspect Feet Daily
Specific Hygiene is:
-Wash,Rinse,Dry
-Avoid Soaking
-Apply Water soluble lotion
-NO LOTION BETWEEN TOES
-Check Hospital Policy for toenail care
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Skin Differences: Adolescent
Front
Sebaceous glands enlarge
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Types of Hygiene Care
Front
Hourly
Early Morning
AM Care
PM Care
Hours Sleep
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Hygiene Care: Hours Sleep
Front
Prior to sleep
-Promote relaxation activities
-Readying enviorment to promote sleep