Bed-making
What is a partial bed change?
Only changing soiled linen
What is hygiene?
The activities which contribute to an individuals cleanliness and health
What are the 2 benefits to brushing a patients hair?
Stimulates circulation and conditions hair.
(Also removes tangles that can be uncomfortable)
What is the name of the outer layer of the skin and the inner layer?
Epidermis (outer) dermis (inner)
What is an ingrown nail?
Growth of nails into soft tissue
Why is it important for linen to be pulled smooth?
To prevent pressure sores
Name at least 3 benefits of bathing
• Removes dirt and bacteria
• eliminates odour
• stimulates circulation
• Helps prevent pressure ulcers
• relaxes and refreshes
Why shouldn't you use hot water on dentures?
It can cause them to warp and not fit comfortably or at all
What causes pressure sores?
prolonged pressure, friction and shearing
What kind of tissue are nails made of?
epithelial tissue
What is the difference between a closed bed and an open bed?
A closed bed is expected to be unoccupied for a period of time and an open bed is expected to be occupied shortly after it is made
Who may be given a partial bed bath?
• Very ill patients
• Older patients with dry skin
• An incontinent patient
Name 2 kinds of patients that may require oral care every 2 hours
• unconscious
• vomiting
• dehydrated
• receiving oxygen
• mouth breathing
How can you prevent pressure sores?
Reposition patients every 2 hours, keep skin clean and dry and encourage proper nutrition and fluids
You should never cut the nails of someone with ____ ____ or ____
circulatory problems, diabetes
Why do we fanfold top sheets?
To make it easier for the patient to get into the bed
Name 3 personal grooming aids
• Soap on a roap
• Bath mitt
• long-handled bath brush'
• built-up handles on water faucets
• electric toothbrush
• self-fastening curlers
Razor blade shavers are not to be used on people with ____
Dementia
What is the purpose of body hair?
serves as protection by trapping dust and other particles. It also provides warmth
What are, and what causes plantars warts?
Viral infection caused by going barefoot
Why is it important that top sheets on surgical beds are fanfolded?
To make it easier to transfer patient from stretcher to bed
What are the 3 benefits of back massages and when are they typically given?
Stimulate circulation, prevent skin breakdown and sooth and refresh patient.
Typically given during or after a bath
Which part of a hearing aid can be cleaned with soap and water?
The ear piece
What is the substance that gives hardness to the nails?
Keratin
How do you remove a callus?
Soak feet for 15 to 20 minutes in a solution of epsom salts and warm water. Use pumice stone to remove hardened skin