Personal Care Flashcards Chapter 12
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Regular grooming helps keep a person clean and healthy.

True

The nursing assistant will make all the decisions about how to groom a resident.

False

All residents will be bathed in the morning after they wake up.

False

The nursing assistant should insist that residents brush their teeth before eating breakfast.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Grooming is the term to describe practices to keep the body clean, while hygiene includes practices like fingernail, foot, and hair care.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Helping residents with their activities of daily living (ADLs) is outside of a nursing assistant's scope of practice.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nursing assistant should perform as much personal care as possible for the resident so that the resident does not become frustrated.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Residents may be embarrassed by having someone else provide personal care.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Residents have the right to choose what they want to wear, including jewelry.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Residents should be left alone during bathing to promote independence.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nursing assistant should let the resident know that he is only allowed to use the toilet for a few minutes.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nursing assistant should keep residents covered as much as possible when bathing and dressing them.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What opportunity does bathing a resident give the nursing assistant?

<p>It allows the nursing assistant to observe the skin and report changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following parts of the body should be washed every day?

<p>Perineal area</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is a partial bath performed?

<p>On days when a complete bed bath, tub bath, or shower is not done.</p> Signup and view all the answers

To shampoo hair for a resident on a stretcher, the nursing assistant should:

<p>Bring the stretcher to the sink and adjust the height.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of equipment is used to help a resident into a whirlpool bath?

<p>Chair lift</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is inappropriate for a nursing assistant to give a resident a back rub.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Back rubs help relax muscles and improve circulation.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Back rubs need to be given to all residents.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The position that is most comfortable for elderly people is lying on their stomachs (prone).

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Red areas over bony parts of the body should be massaged using long, smooth strokes.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'edentulous' mean?

<p>Lacking teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'gingivitis'?

<p>Inflammation of the gums</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'halitosis'?

<p>Bad breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'plaque'?

<p>Substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'tartar'?

<p>Hard deposits on teeth that are filled with bacteria and may cause gum disease and loose teeth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does oral care need to be done frequently for residents who are unconscious?

<p>The mouth becomes dry due to a lack of fluids, breathing through the mouth, and oxygen therapy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'aspiration'?

<p>Inhalation of food, fluid, or foreign material into the lungs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

One way to prevent aspiration is to:

<p>Use as little liquid as possible during oral care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Residents who are unconscious may still be able to:

<p>Hear</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true of performing eye care for an unconscious resident?

<p>The nursing assistant should use gloves when bathing the eye.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Appearance has very little to do with how people feel about themselves.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A nursing assistant must always wear gloves when shaving residents.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

All residents must be shaved.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Disposable shaving products should be discarded in the biohazard container for sharps.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A safety razor is the safest and easiest razor to use.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fingernails can collect and harbor microorganisms.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A nursing assistant should trim a resident's hair when it is too long or if it becomes matted.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hair typically thins as a person ages.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A nursing assistant should style a resident's hair like a little kid's hair is styled, for example, she should put it in two high ponytails.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lice do not typically spread very quickly.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Most residents who have roommates will share their combs and brushes with each other.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a resident has one side of the body that is weaker than the other, the nursing assistant should refer to that side as the involved side.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

When dressing a resident who has a weaker side of the body, the nursing assistant should always begin with the stronger side.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

To promote comfort and better sleep, residents should wear pajamas all day long.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bras that fasten in the back are easier for female residents to manage by themselves.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

When helping a resident undress, the nursing assistant should begin with the stronger side.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personal Care Principles

  • Regular grooming is essential for cleanliness and health.
  • Nursing assistants do not make all grooming decisions; residents are involved in the process.
  • Bathing schedules are individualized; not all residents bathe in the morning.
  • Residents should choose their grooming routines, including dental hygiene timing relative to meals.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

  • Assisting residents with ADLs is within the nursing assistant’s role, not outside of it.
  • It's crucial to balance assistance and independence; residents may feel frustrated if tasks are completed on their behalf.
  • Residents often feel embarrassment about receiving personal care from others.

Residents' Rights and Preferences

  • Residents retain the right to select their clothing and jewelry.
  • Personal care during bathing should be conducted respectfully, ensuring residents are covered as much as possible.

Importance of Observation During Care

  • Bathing presents an opportunity for nursing assistants to observe skin changes and report them promptly.
  • Daily hygiene includes washing the perineal area to maintain health.

Types of Baths and Techniques

  • Partial baths are conducted on non-bathing days.
  • Hair washing for residents on stretchers requires adjusting stretcher height for comfort.
  • A chair lift is necessary to aid residents entering whirlpool baths.

Massage and Skin Care

  • Back rubs are beneficial for muscle relaxation and circulation improvement.
  • Not all residents require back rubs; they should be given as appropriate.
  • Red areas over bony body parts should not be massaged, contrary to some practices.
  • Edentulous refers to residents lacking teeth; those with gums inflammation have gingivitis, and bad breath is termed halitosis.
  • Plaque is a soft deposit from food and bacteria, while tartar is hardened plaque that can cause gum disease.
  • Oral care for unconscious residents is crucial due to dryness from lack of fluids and other factors.
  • Aspiration, or inhalation of substances into the lungs, can be prevented by minimizing liquid during oral care.

Care for Unconscious Residents

  • Unconscious residents may still have hearing capabilities; care must be taken during procedures like eye care using gloves.

Personal Grooming Practices

  • Appearance heavily influences self-esteem in residents.
  • Gloves are mandatory for nursing assistants while shaving residents, and disposable products require biohazard disposal.
  • Hair care might involve trimming when necessary, though it should be done cautiously; hair thinning is common with aging.

Hygiene and Infection Control

  • Fingernails can harbor microorganisms, stressing the importance of regular cleaning.
  • Sharing combs and brushes among roommates is not typical; lice spread quickly and require careful management.

Dressing Considerations

  • For residents with one weak side, that side is referred to as the "involved side," while dressing should begin with the weaker side for comfort.
  • Providing comfortable sleep is not achieved by wearing pajamas all day; proper attire is necessary.
  • Bras fastened in the front may be easier for female residents to manage independently.

Final Notes on Care Practices

  • Nursing assistants should approach undressing by starting with the stronger side to promote ease and comfort for residents.

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