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Complete bed bath
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This type of bath is administered for patients who are complete bedridden
and depend totally on others for care.
National Patient Safety Goals
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, -improve accuracy of client identification
-improve effectiveness of communication among caregivers
-improve the safety of using medications
-reduce harm associated with clinical alarm systems
-reduce risk for health care (associated infections)
-The hospital identifies safety risks inherent in its patient population.
Two Point Gait
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Type of crutch walking- start in tripod position, opposite crutch, opposite
foot. (right crutch, left foot).
Sink Bath
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Patients who are able to ambulate may prefer to stand or sit in front of a
sink. These patients will still require help with their back, legs, and feet.
Nursing Process order
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Assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation.
, Burns could result if water is too hot.
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Nurses must check the temperature of the water when bathing for patient's
with decreased sensation because
Hygiene Practices
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bathing, oral care, hair care, perineal care, foot care, and shaving.
Planning
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Part of the nursing process-
prioritizing problems/diagnoses, formulate goals and desired outcomes,
select nursing interventions, and write nursing interventions.
High Fowlers Position
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