Bathing Basics
What type of bath allows a resident to bathe themselves with little assistance?
What is a self-help or partial bath?
How often should oral care be provided to residents?
What is at least twice a day (and after meals if needed)?
What type of razor should be used for residents with diabetes?
What is an electric razor?
What resident right should guide clothing selection?
What is the resident’s right to choice and dignity?
What is the most important infection-control step before and after care?
What is hand hygiene?
What type of bath is given while the resident remains in bed?
What is a bed bath?
What should be placed in the sink before cleaning dentures to prevent damage?
What is a towel or washcloth placed in the sink?
How should fingernails be trimmed to prevent injury
What is trimmed straight across?
Which arm should be dressed first when a resident has weakness?
What is the weak or affected arm first?
When should gloves be worn during personal care?
What is when there is contact with blood, body fluids, mucous membranes, or non-intact skin?
What water temperature range is considered safe and comfortable for bathing?
What is approximately 105°F–110°F (warm, comfortable water)?
What solution should be used to clean dentures?
What is denture cleanser or plain water?
Why should CNAs not trim toenails of residents with diabetes?
What is due to poor circulation and risk of infection?
Why is non-skid footwear important?
What is to prevent slips and falls?
Why is privacy essential during personal care?
What is to maintain dignity, respect, and resident rights?
Why is a bath blanket used during personal care?
What is to provide warmth and privacy?
Why should dentures never be wrapped in tissue?
What is because dentures can be accidentally thrown away?
In what direction should hair be brushed to stimulate circulation?
What is brushing from scalp outward?
What are two factors a CNA should consider when helping a resident choose clothing?
What are weather, comfort, resident preference, and ability level?
What should a CNA do if a resident reports pain during care?
What is to stop the activity and report the pain to the nurse?
What are two things a CNA should observe and report during bathing?
What are skin redness, bruises, rashes, sores, swelling, or complaints of pain?
What are two safety steps when providing oral care to an unconscious resident?
What are positioning the resident on their side and using suction or a moist swab (never pouring water)?
What are two signs of scalp or nail problems that should be reported?
What are signs such as redness, sores, thickened nails, discoloration, or foul odor?
How should personal grooming items be properly cared for?
What is keeping items clean, labeled, stored properly, and not shared?
What are three safety measures that prevent falls during bathing or dressing?
: What are using non-skid footwear, keeping the floor dry, staying with the resident, and using grab bars?