Nursing Care: Wound and Skin Care

Why should the wound be kept clean and dry?

To prevent infection

What should you avoid wearing when providing care to clients?

Rings or jewelry

How should you move a client across a bed?

Lift them

What is the consequence of excessive dryness of the skin?

Flaky and rough skin Signup and view all the answers

How can you prevent dehydration in clients with dry skin?

Encourage increased fluid intake Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of bathing?

To remove accumulated oil and bacteria Signup and view all the answers

What should be applied to the lips to prevent them from drying out or cracking?

Petroleum jelly Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the inflammation of the gums?

Gingivitis Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the accumulation of foul matter on the gums and teeth?

Sordes Signup and view all the answers

What should be used when handling and cleaning dentures?

Gloves Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for bad breath?

Halitosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the visible, hard deposit of plaque and bacteria that forms at the gum lines?

Tartar Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of brushing and flossing the teeth?

To remove food particles from between and around the teeth Signup and view all the answers

What position should the client be placed in when providing oral care for an unconscious client?

Side-lying position Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for having the teeth checked?

Every six months Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to open the mouth of an unconscious client?

A padded tongue blade Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid sweet foods and beverages between meals?

To prevent tooth decay Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a towel beneath the client's chin when providing oral care?

To absorb saliva Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of massage during hair shampoo?

To increase blood circulation in the scalp Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a Kelly pad during hair shampoo?

To direct water into the pail Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to thoroughly rinse hair after shampooing?

To prevent soap residue from irritating the scalp Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a chronic diffuse scaling of the scalp with pruritus?

Dandruff Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to cover the client's eyes during hair shampoo?

To keep the eyes from becoming irritated Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of brushing and combing hair before shampooing?

To remove tangles from the hair Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the separation of the nail from the nail bed?

Onycholysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of perineal-genital care?

To promote comfort and prevent infection Signup and view all the answers

How should the client be positioned for perineal-genital care?

Female: dorsal recumbent position; Male: supine position Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended stroke direction for cleansing the perineum in female clients?

Anterior to posterior (front to back) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to dry the perineum thoroughly after cleansing?

Moisture supports microbial growth Signup and view all the answers

How should the penis be washed and dried in male clients?

Using firm strokes, from the tip of the glans penis towards the penile shaft Signup and view all the answers