Asked by Clayton Armfield on May 08, 2024
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The nurse is preparing to provide a complete bed bath to an unconscious patient. The nurse decides to use a bag bath. In which order will the nurse clean the body, starting with the first area?
1) Neck, shoulders, and chest
2) Abdomen and groin/perineum
3) Legs, feet, and web spaces
4) Back of neck, back, and then buttocks
5) Both arms, both hands, web spaces, and axilla
A) 5, 1, 2, 3, 4
B) 1, 5, 2, 3, 4
C) 1, 5, 2, 4, 3
D) 5, 1, 2, 4, 3
Bag Bath
A method of bathing that involves using pre-moistened, no-rinse soap wipes stored in a bag, often used in healthcare settings for those who cannot bathe themselves.
Groin/Perineum
The area of the body in both males and females located between the abdomen and the thighs; the perineum specifically refers to the region between the genitals and the anus.
- Comprehend the significance of hygiene practices and how they differ among individuals.
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Kayla MiddletonMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Use all six chlorhexidene gluconate (CHG) cloths in the following order:
1. Cloth 1: Neck, shoulders, and chest
2. Cloth 2: Both arms, both hands, web spaces, and axilla
3. Cloth 3: Abdomen and then groin/perineum
4. Cloth 4: Right leg, right foot, and web spaces
5. Cloth 5: Left leg, left foot, and web spaces
6. Cloth 6: Back of neck, back, and then buttocks
1. Cloth 1: Neck, shoulders, and chest
2. Cloth 2: Both arms, both hands, web spaces, and axilla
3. Cloth 3: Abdomen and then groin/perineum
4. Cloth 4: Right leg, right foot, and web spaces
5. Cloth 5: Left leg, left foot, and web spaces
6. Cloth 6: Back of neck, back, and then buttocks
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the significance of hygiene practices and how they differ among individuals.