Perineal hygiene - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

HESI RN FUNDAMENTAL STUDY GUIDE 2023 / 2024 -HESI EXIT QUESTIONS ACTUAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE WITH REAL EXAM AND CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+ A 20-year-old female client with a noticeable body odor has refused to shower for the last 3 days. She states, "I have been told that it is harmful to bathe during my period." Which action should the nurse take first? A. Accept and document the client's wish to refrain from bathing. B. Offer to give the client a bed bath, avoiding the perineal area. C. Obtain...

Key terms - AnswerCompare and concrast the effects of hygiene on health of skin - Answer-Skin is a barrier that protects the body The purpose of hygiene is the remove microorganisms Promotes circulation Promotes relaxation Promotes positive self image Provides comfort Strengthens nurse/patient relationship Poor hygiene causes: Spread of infection Body odor Bad breath Dental caries Good hygiene has a profound effect on health, comfort, and well-being Discuss the various influences o...

Ch. 18 Hygiene Latest Update Already Graded A Evening Care Another name for PM care Perineal Cleaning the genital and anal areas; pericare PM care Another name for evening care AM care routine care performed before breakfast or early morning care Oral hygiene mouth care or measures that keep the mouth and teeth clean Tartar hardening plaque on teeth Aspiration occurs when breathing fluid or an object into the lungs Morning care Care given after breakfast when cleanline...

Chapter 9 - Hygiene and Care of the Patient's Environment PRACTICE QUESTIONS Which is not a factor affecting personal hygiene? 1. social practices 2. cultural variables 3. knowledge 4. product preferences - correct answer 4. product preferences What room temperature is good for a patient's hospital room? 1. 78 to 80 degrees 2. 65 to 70 degrees 3. 68 to 74 degrees 4. 68 to 80 degrees - correct answer 3. 68 to 74 degrees A sitz bath cleanses which area? 1. perineal and rectal a...

PSW Unit 30 Personal Hygiene Latest Update Graded A afternoon care routine care that occurs between lunch and the evening meal in a facility AM care routine care given in a facility before lunch; it sometimes occurs before breakfast (early morning care, morning care) biofilm a thin film that sticks to the teeth; it contains saliva, microbes, and other substances HS care routine care given in a facility at the bedtime (HS; hours of sleep; also known as evening care or PM care) ...

The nurse has delegated a male patient's perineal care to the nursing assistive personnel (NAP). Which statement made by the NAP requires the nurse's follow-up? a) "I will check to see if he cleans himself well." b) "I will let you know if I see any redness or drainage." c) "I will be sure to use hot, soapy water to be sure he's clean." correct answer: c) "I will be sure to use hot, soapy water to be sure he's clean." This is an inappropriate statement since warm, not hot, w...

NURS 3080 - Fundamentals of Nursing Exam 1 - Questions and Answers What is the purpose of providing hygiene care to patients? - Promotes comfort and relaxation - Fosters a positive self-image - Promotes healthy skin - Prevents infection and disease - Opportunity for assessment What actions or procedures do we include in our hygiene care? - Bath/Shower - Brushing teeth/dentures - Washing/combing hair - Nail care - Changing the bed List some factors that can influence someone's hygiene practice...

NUR2090-LUMELY-FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE Hygiene and self care bathing, shampooing, perineal care, foot care, back massage, bed making, toileting Types of baths bed bath (partial/complete), Sitz bath, tepid bath, perineal care, shower Sitz bath sit in, therapeutic Tepid bath sit in, to reduce fever Altered Mobility deecreased muscle tone and strength, lack of coordination, altered gait, falls, decreased flexibility, activity intol...

A patient has a platelet count of 43,000 this indicates a. anemia b. neutropenia c. thrombocytopenia d. pancytopenia - Answer-c Acute hemolytic rxns - Answer-Most dangerous and least common because its preventable administration of incompatible blood products leads to a. febrile non-hemolytic rxn b. acute hemolytic rxn c. allergic rxn d. TACO - Answer-b Allergic rxns causes - Answer-mild to severe response to foreign substance An intervention for a neutropenic patient is a. hand hyg...

Providing personal hygiene care: A. is not very important to the elderly. B. involves feeding and providing fluids. C. may cause the client to feel ashamed. D. does not require privacy. - C. may cause the client to feel ashamed. When providing oral hygiene to a client with dentures: A. brush the dentures with a toothbrush in the client's mouth. B. remove the dentures and brush them using cool water. C. scrub the dentures with mouthwash and very hot water. D. soak the dentures in ice ...