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Which temperature is recommended for the water during a bath?
Which temperature is recommended for the water during a bath?
What is the purpose of using a commercially prepared bag bath kit?
What is the purpose of using a commercially prepared bag bath kit?
How should the eyes be cleaned during a bath?
How should the eyes be cleaned during a bath?
What is the purpose of oral hygiene care?
What is the purpose of oral hygiene care?
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How should dentures be cared for?
How should dentures be cared for?
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How should the outer ear and canal be cleaned?
How should the outer ear and canal be cleaned?
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How should fingernails be cleaned?
How should fingernails be cleaned?
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How should perineal care be performed?
How should perineal care be performed?
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What is the purpose of hair care?
What is the purpose of hair care?
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What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety feature for the client's room environment?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety feature for the client's room environment?
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Which of the following is NOT a safety feature to prevent falls?
Which of the following is NOT a safety feature to prevent falls?
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What is the purpose of a restraint alternative?
What is the purpose of a restraint alternative?
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What are floor mats used for in client safety?
What are floor mats used for in client safety?
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What are physical restraints?
What are physical restraints?
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What should nursing staff do when using restraints?
What should nursing staff do when using restraints?
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What is the purpose of a complete bed bath?
What is the purpose of a complete bed bath?
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What is the purpose of an assisted or help bath?
What is the purpose of an assisted or help bath?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of care for personal hygiene?
Which of the following is NOT a type of care for personal hygiene?
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What can frequent washing with soap do to older adults' skin?
What can frequent washing with soap do to older adults' skin?
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Which of the following is NOT an example situation of transfer of bacteria or viruses?
Which of the following is NOT an example situation of transfer of bacteria or viruses?
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How can electrical accidents be prevented?
How can electrical accidents be prevented?
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What does the acronym RACE stand for in case of a fire?
What does the acronym RACE stand for in case of a fire?
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Which type of extinguisher is good for all fires?
Which type of extinguisher is good for all fires?
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What should be included in client orientation regarding fall prevention?
What should be included in client orientation regarding fall prevention?
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What is the leading cause of injury among older adults?
What is the leading cause of injury among older adults?
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What should be done with beds when not providing care?
What should be done with beds when not providing care?
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What should clients wear before transferring or ambulating to prevent falls?
What should clients wear before transferring or ambulating to prevent falls?
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What should be done with wheelchairs, beds, and stretchers before transfers?
What should be done with wheelchairs, beds, and stretchers before transfers?
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What should be done with incidents and accidents in the clinical or classroom area?
What should be done with incidents and accidents in the clinical or classroom area?
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Which of the following is NOT an example situation of transfer of bacteria or viruses?
Which of the following is NOT an example situation of transfer of bacteria or viruses?
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What should clients wear before transferring or ambulating to prevent falls?
What should clients wear before transferring or ambulating to prevent falls?
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What should be done with incidents and accidents in the clinical or classroom area?
What should be done with incidents and accidents in the clinical or classroom area?
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What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
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What should be included in client orientation regarding fall prevention?
What should be included in client orientation regarding fall prevention?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for oral hygiene care?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for oral hygiene care?
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How should the genitalia and surrounding area be washed during perineal care?
How should the genitalia and surrounding area be washed during perineal care?
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Which of the following is NOT a safety feature that should be present in the client's room environment?
Which of the following is NOT a safety feature that should be present in the client's room environment?
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What is the purpose of a restraint alternative?
What is the purpose of a restraint alternative?
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What is the purpose of cleaning under the fingernails using a small wooden stick?
What is the purpose of cleaning under the fingernails using a small wooden stick?
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What can frequent use of restraints result in?
What can frequent use of restraints result in?
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What is the recommended method for cleaning the tip of the penis during perineal care for males?
What is the recommended method for cleaning the tip of the penis during perineal care for males?
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What is the first step that should be taken if restraints are deemed necessary for a client?
What is the first step that should be taken if restraints are deemed necessary for a client?
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What is the purpose of early morning (Early AM) care for clients?
What is the purpose of early morning (Early AM) care for clients?
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What is the recommended water temperature for a bath?
What is the recommended water temperature for a bath?
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What should nursing staff do when the restraint is removed every 2 hours?
What should nursing staff do when the restraint is removed every 2 hours?
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What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for pressure ulcers?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for pressure ulcers?
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What is the purpose of using a commercially prepared bag bath kit?
What is the purpose of using a commercially prepared bag bath kit?
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What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
What should be assessed when monitoring for pressure ulcers?
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Which of the following is NOT a safety feature that should be present in the client's room environment?
Which of the following is NOT a safety feature that should be present in the client's room environment?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of bath for personal hygiene?
Which of the following is NOT a type of bath for personal hygiene?
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What should be done when restraints are in place?
What should be done when restraints are in place?
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What does the acronym RACE stand for in case of a fire?
What does the acronym RACE stand for in case of a fire?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for oral hygiene care?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for oral hygiene care?
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What is the recommended method for cleaning the outer ear and canal?
What is the recommended method for cleaning the outer ear and canal?
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What is the purpose of cleaning under the fingernails using a small wooden stick?
What is the purpose of cleaning under the fingernails using a small wooden stick?
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What is the purpose of hair care in terms of hygiene?
What is the purpose of hair care in terms of hygiene?
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Study Notes
Client Safety and Hygiene Practices
- Client safety is a priority and includes maintaining a safe environment and preventing falls, electrical injuries, fires, burns, and accidental poisoning.
- Fire safety measures include reporting electrical hazards, knowing the location of exits and fire extinguishers, and following the RACE acronym for fire response.
- Fall prevention measures involve assessing clients for fall risk, educating them about call lights, keeping frequently used items within reach, and maintaining a clutter-free environment.
- Hygiene practices for client rooms include ensuring a comfortable and safe environment, proper lighting, a firm mattress, bedside table, and overbed table for convenience.
- Restraint alternatives, such as safety monitoring devices and soft devices, can be used to remind at-risk clients not to get up when it is unsafe.
- Physical and chemical restraints should be avoided if possible and used as a last resort with a physician's order.
- Personal hygiene care includes bathing clients with different types of baths (complete, assisted, partial, tub) and maintaining oral, eye, ear, nose, fingernail, toenail, and perineal hygiene.
- Hair care stimulates scalp circulation and allows for the assessment of scalp conditions, while skin care prevents infection and disease by keeping the skin intact and non-irritated.
- Risk assessment tools like the Braden Scale are used to assess the risk of pressure ulcers, and prevention measures should be implemented based on the assessment.
- Regular skin assessments should be conducted to identify any risk factors or signs of skin breakdown.
- It is important to monitor the skin for dryness, broken areas, excoriation, blistering, and changes in color.
- All incidents and accidents in the clinical or classroom area must be reported to the instructor to ensure a safe environment for clients.
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Test your knowledge on client safety with this quiz! Learn about maintaining a safe environment, preventing falls and electrical injuries, and avoiding accidental poisoning. Improve your skills in observing and predicting potentially harmful situations to keep your clients safe.