Basic Care and Comfort Flashcards
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When giving a bed bath, in what general order should body parts be washed?
Answer: Cleanest to dirtiest, starting with the eyes and face
Washing proceeds from cleanest to dirtiest, beginning with the eyes and face to prevent spreading contamination.
What water temperature is generally safe and comfortable for a client's bath?
Answer: Around 105°F (40.5°C)
Bath water around 105°F is warm enough for comfort while avoiding burns to fragile skin.
Why should an aide always check water temperature before a client enters the tub or shower?
Answer: Because elderly clients may have reduced sensation and risk burns
Reduced skin sensation in older clients means they may not feel water that is hot enough to cause burns.
When washing a client's eye, the aide should wipe:
Answer: From the inner corner to the outer corner
Wiping from inner to outer corner with a clean cloth area avoids pushing debris into the tear duct.
What should the aide do if soap or water is not available for hand cleaning between tasks?
Answer: Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is an acceptable alternative when hands are not visibly soiled.
Why is it important to keep a client covered with a bath blanket during a bed bath?
Answer: To provide warmth and protect privacy and dignity
A bath blanket keeps the client warm and preserves privacy, exposing only the area being washed.
After bathing, what is the best way to dry between a client's toes?
Answer: Pat thoroughly dry to prevent skin breakdown and fungal growth
Thoroughly patting between the toes prevents moisture buildup that leads to skin breakdown and fungal infection.