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Personal Care Skills Chapter 13
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Learning Objectives Explain personal care of residents
Identify guidelines for Providing skin care and preventing pressure ulcers Assisting with bathing Assisting with grooming Assisting with dressing Proper oral care, including dentures
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personal care hygiene perineal care grooming ADLs
Promote respect, dignity, and privacy Encourage participation Knock and wait for permission to enter Allow for privacy Respect private time and personal things Keep covered when possible Do NOT interrupt hygiene perineal care grooming ADLs
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pressure ulcers prevention
Skin Care prevention Basic guidelines Report skin changes Keep skin clean and dry Reposition at least every 2 hours Incontinent care Be gentle Skin folds Encourage proper nutrition
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Positioning Devices Backrests Bed/Foot Cradles Draw Sheets Footboards
Handrolls Orthotic Device Trochanter Rolls Knee Pillow
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Face, hands, underarms, perineum
Partial bath Face, hands, underarms, perineum EVERY DAY Complete bath Less often Bathing Basic guidelines Be gentle Room temperature Water temperature Do NOT leave the resident alone Make sure all soap is removed Follow the care plan schedule Remember: health & relaxation skills video
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skills video Grooming Basic guidelines Encourage participation
Allow choices Be sensitive, professional and respectful Keep feet clean and dry Do NOT cut nails, but provide nail care Wear gloves when shaving Be gentle skills video
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skills video Dressing Basic guidelines
Affected side = weaker or involved NEVER “bad” Start dressing weaker side Undressing start with the stronger side Allow resident to choose Encourage participation Provide privacy Respect preferences Use adaptive aids if needed skills video
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Oral Care skills video Oral Care Brushing Flossing Dentures
Unconscious Oral Care Basic guidelines Provide oral care at least 2 times per day Even if there are no teeth, oral care is still needed Wear gloves Handle dentures with care Clean and return or store If unconscious: Oral care more frequently Prevent aspiration skills video
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Review Personal cares Skin care Bathing Grooming Dressing Oral care
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