THICKENED LIQUIDS
What is the main cause for individuals requiring thickened liquids (medical term)
Dysphagia
What equipment is needed to complete oral hygiene on an unconscious person
Sponge applicator, towel, lip balm
What equipment is needed to complete oral care on a conscious patient?
Toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, cup of water, basin
What should the C.N.A. do with to the tub bath after they are finished bathing a resident?
Disinfect it
Patient's temperature is 103
Infection
Which thickened liquid has the thickest consistency
Pudding Thick
What position should the person be in before completing oral hygiene on an unconscious patient
Side lying with their head well to the side
Before completing oral hygiene on a conscious patient, what should you check their mouth for?
Sores
What temperature should the water in a tub bath be?
105 degrees F
Patient's respiration rate is 28
Anxiety, pain, difficulty breathing
What is it called when food travels to the lungs instead of the stomach
Aspiration
Unconscious patients receiving oral hygiene are at risk for what?
Aspiration pneumonia
What can help when removing a person's dentures when the person is unable to remove them for themselves?
Gauze
When showering a patient with dementia, what are two things you can do to help ease their anxiety
Put a blanket over their lap and have them hold onto a washcloth
Patient's pulse oximetry reading is 80%
Shock, COPD, Heart failure
What is the second thickest liquid called?
Honey thick
Why is it so important to complete frequent oral hygiene on an unconscious patient
Extreme dry mouth/comfort care
What are 2 important steps when taking care of dentures
Label the cup, handle with care, place a wash cloth in the sink in case they are dropped
What part of the body should be cleaned last when giving someone a complete bed bath
Perineal Area
Patient's blood pressure is 80/40
Shock, blood loss
What are mildly thin liquids called?
Nectar thick
What device can be used to keep the unconscious person's mouth open to complete mouth care
Tongue blade
Why is it so important to look through a person's meal tray before throwing it out
Dentures could be wrapped in napkins
What is the most important thing to remember when shampooing a resident's hair
Protect their eyes
Patients blood pressure is 120/80 but drops down to 90/60 when they stand up
Dehydration