CNA CH 12 WB ?'s
What are the 4 basic types of baths
-Partial Bath: Has drier, fragile & more sensitive skin -Shower: Able to stand -Tub Bath: Able to transfer into & out of tub -Complete Bed Bath: unable to get out of bed
Number the parts of the body in the order they should be bathed
1. Eyes 2. Face 3. Ears 4. Neck 5. Arms, Axillae, & Hands 6. Chest & Abdomen 7. Legs & Feet 8. Back 9. Perineal area 10. Buttocks
How is the decision made about which kind of bath a resident will receive?
1st with the doctor or nurse then w/ the resident
Halitosis
Bad breath
A type of dental appliance that replaces missing or pulled teeth
Bridge
To shampoo hair for a resident on a stretcher, the NA should..
Bring the stretcher to the sink and adjust the height of the stretcher
What kind of equipment is used to help a resident into a whirlpool bath?
Chair lift
Dentures that are left uncovered can warp, dry out, or do this
Crack
A labeled one of these may be used to store dentures
Denture cup
All residents will be bathed in the morning after they wake up (T/F)
FALSE
Back rubs need to be given to all residents (T/F)
FALSE
Grooming is the term to describe practices to keep the body clean, while hygiene included practices like finger nail, foot, and hair care (T/F)
FALSE
Helping residents with their activities of ADLs is outside of a NA's scope of practice (T/F)
FALSE
It is inappropriate for an NA to give a resident a back rub (T/F)
FALSE
Red areas over bony parts of the body should be massaged using long, smooth strokes (T/F)
FALSE
Residents should be left alone during bathing to promote independence (T/F)
FALSE
The NA should insist that residents brush their teeth before eating breakfast (T/F)
FALSE
The NA should let the resident know that he is only allowed to use the toilet for a few minutes (T/F)
FALSE
The NA should perform as much personal care as possible for the resident so that the resident does not become frustrated (T/F)
FALSE
The NA will make all the decisions about how to groom a resident (T/F)
FALSE
The position that is most comfortable for elderly people is lying on their stomachs (Prone) (T/F)
FALSE
What must be worn when cleaning dentures?
Gloves
Tartar
Hard deposits on teeth that are filled with bacteria and may cause gum disease and loose teeth
Temperature of water that can warp dentures
Hot
Gingivitis
Inflammation of the gums
What opportunity does bathing a resident give the NA?
It allows the NA to observe the skin and report changes
Edentulous
Lacking teeth
When is a partial bath performed?
On days when a complete bed bath, tub bath, or shower is not done
Which part of the body should be washed everyday ?
Perineal area
Why is it important to follow a specific order when bathing a resident?
Reduces the risk of transferring microorganisms from a dirty area to a clean area of the body
Plaque
Substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria
Back rubs help relax muscles and improve circulation (T/F)
TRUE
Regular grooming helps keep a person clean and healthy (T/F)
TRUE
Residents have the right to choose what they want to wear, including jewelry (T/F)
TRUE
Residents may be embarrassed by having someone else provide personal care (T/F)
TRUE
The NA should keep residents covered as much as possible when bathing and dressing them (T/F)
TRUE
State the general rule of the order of parts for bathing
Wash from cleanest to dirtiest