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Giving a complete bed bath
Supplies - correct answer Gloves Paper towels Bed protectors Oral hygiene supplies Bath thermometer Wash basin Bedpan Soap Lotion (optional) Powder (optional) Deodorant (optional) Washcloths Towels Bath blanket Clean clothing Clean linens (if necessary) Step 1 - correct answer Complete getting ready steps Step 2 - correct answer Cover over-bed table with paper towels Place wash basin, toiletries, clean clothing, clean linens Step 3 - correct answer Make sure bed is positioned at comfortable working height Check that wheels are locked Step 4 - correct answer Put on gloves
Step 5 - correct answer Offer bedpan or urinal If uses bedpan: clean bedpan and change gloves before replacing and continuing Step 6 - correct answer Assist person with oral care Step 7 - correct answer Remove bedspread and blankets from bed If are reused: fold and put on clean surface Step 8 - correct answer Spread bath blanket over top linens If able to hold it have them do so or tuck corners Fanfold top linens at foot of bed Step 9 - correct answer Assist person with undressing Step 10 - correct answer Lower head of bed Position pillow under head Step 11 - correct answer Fill wash basin with warm water (110-115 degrees) Place basin on bedside table Step 12 - correct answer Lower side rails Step 13 - correct answer Place towel over person's chest to keep bath blanket dry Step 14 - correct answer Form a mitt around hand Wash eyes (inner to outer) Dry eyes
Place bed protector under leg Start from thigh to end at ankle (long strokes) Rinse thoroughly Pat dry Step 23 - correct answer Put wash basin on bed protector Place foot in basin Wash entire foot (in-between the toes, sole, top) Rinse thoroughly Pat dry (especially between the toes) Remove basin Remove bed protector from under the leg Step 24 - correct answer Repeat on other leg Step 25 - correct answer Change water in wash basin Step 26 - correct answer Turn person on their side away from you Adjust bath blanket to cover front (only expose buttocks and back) Place bed protector under back to keep sheets dry Step 27 - correct answer Form a mitt with washcloth Wash back and buttocks (start from back to buttocks) Use long firm strokes Rinse thoroughly Pat dry Back massage if necessary or wanted Step 28 - correct answer If can perform perineal care: change them to Fowler's position
Place wash materials in reach Place call light within reach and ask them to call when they are done If in need of assistance: Place on their back Complete perineal care Step 29 - correct answer Remove and dispose of gloves Put on clean pair of gloves Step 30 - correct answer Help the person apply lotion, powder, deodorant, or other personal care products at person's requests Step 31 - correct answer Help person into clean clothing Step 32 - correct answer Change linens if wet or soiled Step 33 - correct answer Carry out ROM exercises if necessary Step 34 - correct answer Raise side rails Lower bed Check that wheels are locked Step 35 - correct answer Gather soiled linens and place in hamper Dispose of disposable items Step 36 - correct answer Remove gloves Step 37 - correct answer Complete finishing up steps
