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HYGIENE
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HYGIENE
Science of health and its maintenance
highly personal matter determined by
individual values and practices
Involves care of the skin, hair, nails, teeth,oral and nasal cavities, eyes, ears, and
perineal-genital areas
PERSONAL HYGIENEself-care by whichpeople attend to functions such as bathing,
toileting, general body hygiene and
grooming
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SKINLargest organ of the body
Functions:
- first line of defense against injury and
microorganism
- maintains body temperature
- secretes sebum
- sensory organ- produces and absorbs Vit D
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TYPES OF HYGIENIC CARE
EARLY MORNING CAREprovided to client asthey wake up in the morning
MORNING CAREoften provided after the
clients have breakfast; includes making the bed
HS or PM CAREprovided to clients before
they retire for the night
AS-NEEDED (PRN) CAREprovided as
required by the client
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BATHING
Removes accumulated oil, perspiration, dead
skin cells and some bacteriaStimulates circulation
Produces sense of well-being
Offers an excellent opportunity for nurses tomake ASSESSMENTS
Categories:
- Cleaning bathsgiven chiefly for hygiene purposes
- Therapeutic bathgiven to produce specific effects
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CLEANING BATH
COMPLETE BED BATHthe nurse washes
the entire body of a dependent client in bed
SELF-HELP BED BATHnurse help a
client to wash the back and feetPARTIAL/ABBREVIATED BATHonly the
parts of the clients body that might cause
odor or discomfort is washed
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CLEANING BATH
BAG BATHbath that is commercially
prepared product that contains a pre-
soaked disposable washcloth that contains
a no-rinse cleanser solutionTUB BATH
SHOWER
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THERAPEUTIC BATH
Given for physical effects such as to sooth
irritated skin or to treat an area
Medications may be placed on the water
KINDS:
Tepid Sponge Bath
- done by sponging the body with htin
washcloth from cold or tepid water to reducebody temp & refresh patient
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THERAPEUTIC BATH (KINDS)
Alcohol Sponge Bath
- sponging the body with a washcloth from amixture of alcohol and tap water (1:3), to reducetemp
Hot Sitz Bath
- consists of immersion of the pelvic region andthe upper thighs in a tub of hot water, to relievecongestion and pain in the pelvic region
- to relieve pain and hasten healing afterhemorrhoidectomy
- to induce urination in some case of urinaryretention
- to produce muscular relaxation
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BED BATHING
Explain the procedure
Perform appropriate client assessment
Condition of the skin
Physical or emotional factors
Presence of pain
ROM
Need to use gloves
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BED BATHING
Assemble equipment and supplies
wash basin
wash cloth
2 bath towels
bath blanket soap & soap dish
hygiene supplies (e.g. powders, lotions)
warm water
bedpan/urinal
gloves (optional)
laundry hamper
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BED BATHING
Identify yourself and verify clients identity
Perform hand hygiene and other
appropriate infection control measures
Provide for client privacy
Prepare the client and the environment
Invite a significant other to participate if desired
Close the windows and doors Offer to use the toilet, commode or bedpan/urinal
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BED BATHING
Position the bed at a comfortable working
height. Lower the side rail on the side close
to you while keeping the other side rail up.
Assist the client to a comfortable positionand to move near you.
Place a bath blanket over the top sheet.
Remove the top sheet from under the bath
blanket starting at the clients shouldersmoving down towards the clients feet
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BED BATHING
Remove the clients gown while keeping the
client covered with the bath blanket. Place
the gown in the linen hamper
Fill the wash basin with warm water.Change water as necessary
Make a bath mitt with the wash cloth
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BED BATHING
Wash the face Place the towel under the clients head
Wipe one eye with one side of the wash cloth
moistened with clan water from inner to outer
canthus. Repeat it to the other eye using the
other side of the wash cloth
Wash, rinse, and dry the clients face, ears and
neck. Ask whether the client prefers to use soap
then remove the towel from under the clientshead
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BED BATHING
Wash the upper extremities
Place the towel lengthwise under the arm fartheraway from you. Wash the extremity from the wrist to the
shoulder including the axilla using firm strokesby elevating the arm and supporting the clientswrist and elbow
Rinse and dry the extremity. Apply powder ordeodorant if desired
Place a towel on the bed adjacent to the clients
hands and place the basin over it. Soak the hand in the basin. Wash, rinse and dry
the hands Repeat the procedure to the other extremity
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BED BATHING
Wash the chest and abdomen
Place the bath towel lengthwise over the chest.
Fold the bath blanket down to the clients pubic
area.
Lift the bath towel off the chest and bathe the
chest and abdomen with your mitted hand using
long, firm strokes.
Rinse and dry well then replace the bath blanketwhen the areas have been dried
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BED BATHING
Wash the legs and feet Expose the leg farther from you by folding the
bath blanket towards the other leg. (Keep theperineum covered)
Lift the leg and place the bath blanket
lengthwise under it. Wash, rinse, and dry the legusing long, firm strokes from the ankle to theknee to the thigh.
Reverse the coverings and repeat for the other
leg. Wash the feet by placing them in the basin of
water then dry each foot. Obtain fresh, warm water now or when
necessary
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TYPESOFMASSAGE
Back Rub
- massage of the back with 2 chief
objectives: (1) relax and relieve
muscle tension (2) stimulate bloodcirculation to the tissues and muscles
- effleurage
- tapotement- petrissage
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TYPESOFMASSAGE
Effleuragesmooth, long stoke,moving the hands up and down theback
Tapotementthe little finger side ofthe hand is used in a sharp, hackingmovement on the back (tapping)
Petrissagea large pinch on theskin, subcutaneous tissue and muscleis quickly done (kneading)
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BED BATHING
Assist the client to supine position
and determine if the client can
wash the perineal areaindependently. If the client cannot
do so, drape the client and wash
the area
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BED BATHING
Assist the client to wear a clean
hospital gown and attend to the
personal grooming aids such as
powder, lotion or deodorant
Assist the client to a comfortable
position. Lower the bed and raise the
side railsClean and store bath equipments
Document all relevant information
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PERINEAL-GENITAL CARE
PERINEAL CARE or PERICAREAlways wipe from clean to dirty
Female: from front to back
Male: cleanse the urinary meatus by moving in circular
motion from center of urethral opening around theglans
Purpose:
- remove normal perineal secretions and
odor
- prevent infection
- promote comfort
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
Explain the procedurePerform appropriate client assessment
Irritation, excoriation, inflammation,
swelling Excessive discharge
Odor; pain or discomfort
Urinary or fecal incontinence
Perineal-genital hygiene practices
Self-care abilities
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
Assemble equipment and supplies
wash basin
wash cloth
bath towels
bath blanket
cotton balls/gauze
warm water
bedpan/urinal
gloves (optional)
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
Identify yourself and verify clients identity
Perform hand hygiene and other
appropriate infection control measures
Provide for client privacyPrepare the client. Fold the top bed linen to
the foot of the bed and fold the gown up to
expose the genital area. Place the bath
towel under the clients hips
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
(FEMALE)
Position (dorsal recumbent position) and
drape the client by tucking the bottom
corners of the bath blanket under the
insides of the legs and bring the middleportion of the base of the blanket up over
the pubic area
Put on gloves and wash and dry the upper
inner thighs
Inspect the perineal area. Note for
inflammation, excoriation, or swelling
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
(FEMALE)
Clean the labia majora then spread the
labia to wash the folds between the
labia majora and the labia minora. Use
separate quarter of the wash cloth foreach stroke and wipe from pubis to
rectum
For menstruating women and clients withindwelling catheter, use clean wipes,
cotton balls or gauze and take a clean
wipe for each stroke
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
(FEMALE)
Rinse the area well and dry the perineumthoroughly
Inspect perineal orifices for intactness
Assist the client to turn unto side facing awayfrom you. Pay particular area to the anal area.Clean the anus with toilet tissue beforewashing it if necessary
Dry the area well and apply a perineal pad asneeded from front to back
Clean/dispose equipments/suppliesappropriately
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
(MALE)
Position the client in a supine position
with his knees slightly flexed. Provide
appropriate drapes
Put on gloves and wash and dry the
upper inner thighs
Inspect the perineal area. Note for
inflammation, excoriation, or swelling
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
(MALE)
Assist the client to turn unto side
facing away from you. Pay particular
attention to the anal area and posterior
folds of the scrotum. Clean the anuswith toilet tissue before washing it if
necessary.
Dry the area wellClean/dispose equipments/supplies
appropriately
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PERINEAL GENITAL CARE
Perform hand hygiene
Document all relevant information
Redness
Excoriation
Skin breakdown
Discharge
Any localized areas of tenderness
Any unusual findings
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CARE OF THE FEET
FEETessential for ambulation
Inspect for shape, size, presence of lesions
Palpate for tenderness, edema, circulatory status
Common problems: Callus
Corn
Plantar warts
Fissures
Ingrown toenail
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CARE OF THE FEET
INGROWN TOENAILthe growing
inward of a nail into the soft tissues
around it, most often results from
improper nail trimming
UNPLEASANT ODORSoccurs as a
result of perspiration and its interaction
with micoorganisms
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CARE OF THE FEET
Wash feet daily, dry thoroughly esp the
interdigital spaces
Use warm water for foot soak to soften nails
and loosen debris under themUse cream or lotion to moisten skin and
soften calluses
Use deodorant sprays or foot powder to
prevent or control unpleasant odor
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NAIL CARE
Trim nails straight across, or follow thecontour of the fingers
File nails to have smooth edges Do not trim at the lateral corners to
prevent ingrowns (inguis incarnatu) Diabetic clients: do not cut hangnails or
cuticles
Onycholysisseparation of the nail fromthe nail bed Paronychiainflammation of the skin
folds at the nail margin
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Explain the procedure
Purpose:
- Remove food particles from around and between
the teeth- Remove dental plaque
- Promote sense of well-being
- Prevent sores and infection of oral tissues
Assessment:- lips, gums, oral mucosa, tongue, tooth caries,
halitosis, gingivitis, loose or broken teeth,
dentures
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Equipment:
- Towel
- Disposable gloves
- Emesis basin
- Soft bristled toothbrush
- Water
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Dental floss
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Identify yourself and verify clients identity
Perform hand hygiene and other appropriate
infection control measures
Provide for client privacy
Lower the side rail nearest to you and assistclient to a sitting or high fowlers position, if
health permits; or assist to a side-lying position
with head turned
Place the towel under the his chin then put on
the gloves
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Moisten the bristle of the toothbrush then
apply the toothpaste to the toothbrush. Placeand hold the emesis basin under the clientschin
Hold the brush against the teeth with thebristles at a 45 angle then move the bristlesup and down using a vibrating or jugglingmotion. Repeat until all outer and inner
surfaces of the teeth and sulci of the gumsare cleaned. Clean the biting surfaces bymoving the brush back and forth in shortstokes. Brush the tongue gently
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Hand the client the glass of water to rinse mouth
vigorously. Remove emesis basin after then
assist client in wiping his mouth.
Assist client to floss independently or floss his
teeth by holding the dental floss in both hand andfloss between all teeth. Assist the client in rinsing
and wiping is mouth
Clean and return the equipment to the
appropriate location
Document all relevant information
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Artificial dentures:
- Wear cloves when handling and
cleansing dentures
- Place a washcloth in a basin or bowl ofthe sink when brushing dentures to
prevent damage if the dentures are
dropped
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MOUTHCARE/ORALHYGIENE
Unconscious client:
- Place in side lying position to prevent
aspiration
- Have suction apparatus readily available
- Use padded tongue blade to open mouth
- Brush teeth and gums, using toothbrush
or soft spongeended swab- Apply thin layer of petroleum jelly to lips
to prevent drying or cracking
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CARE OF THE HAIR
PROBLEMS (HAIR)
DANDRUFF
HAIR LOSS
TICKS
PEDICULOSIS
SCABIES
HIRSUTISM
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CARE OF THE HAIR
DANDRUFFappears as diffuse scaling of the
scalp
HAIR LOSSpermanent thinning of the hair
usually because of agingTICKSsmall gray-brown parasites that bite into
tissue and suck blood
SCABIEScontagious skin infestation by the
itch mite
Burrow lesion
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CARE OF THE HAIR
HIRSUTISMgrowth of excessive
body hair
PEDICULOSISparasitic insects that
infest mammals (lice); infestation oflice
PEDICULOSIS CAPITIS (head louse)
PEDICULOSIS CORPORIS (body louse)
PEDICULOSIS PUBIS (crab louse)
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HAIRSHAMPOO
Purpose:
- Stimulate circulation of the blood in the
scalp
- Clean the hair and improve the clientswell being
Assessment:
- Hair care practices, condition of the hairand scalp, self-care abilities, evenness of
hair growth
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HAIRSHAMPOO
EQUIPMENTS: water pitcher
waterproof pad
3 bath towels wash cloths
shampoo drain/Kelly pad
shampoo
comb
basin
warm water
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HAIRSHAMPOO
Identify yourself and verify clients identity
Perform hand hygiene and other
appropriate infection control measures
Provide for client privacy Assist the client to the side of the bed from
which you will work. Remove pins and
ribbons from the hair and comb it to remove
any tangles
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HAIRSHAMPOO
Remove the pillow from under the clients
head and place it under the shoulders
(unless contraindicated). Tuck a bath towel
around the clients shoulders. Place theshampoo drain under the head, putting a
folded washcloth or pad where the clients
neck rests
Fanfold the top sheet down to the waist andcover the upper part of the body with a bath
blanket.
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HAIRSHAMPOO
Place the receiving receptacle on the bedside
and put the spout of the shampoo drain over thereceptacle
Place a damp washcloth over the clients eyes
Wet the hair thoroughly with water using thewater pitcher. Apply shampoo to scalp and make
a good lather while massaging the scalp
Rinse the hair thoroughly to remove all the
shampoo. Squeeze as much water as possibleout of the hair with your hands
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HAIRSHAMPOO
Remove the shampoo drain and dry the hair
thoroughly with the towel placed under the
head or another towel
Comb the clients hairAssist the client to a comfortable position
Clean/dispose equipments/supplies
Perform hand hygieneDocument all relevant information
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EYECARE
Cleanse the eyes from inner to outer
canthus, use a new cotton balls for each
wipe
Avoid rubbing eyesMaintain adequate lighting when reading
Avoid regular use of eye drops
If dirt/FB gets into the eyes, clean them withcopious, clean, tepid water as emergency
treatment
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EARCARE
Cleanse the pinna with moist
wash cloth
Do not use bobby pins, toothpicksor cotton-tipped applicators to
remove cerumen
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NOSECARE
Clean nasal secretions by blowing the
nose gently into a soft tissue
Both nares should be open when
blowing the nose to prevent forcingdebris into the middle ear
May use cotton-tipped applicator
moistened with saline or water toremove encrusted, dried secretions
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MAKING BEDS
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ENVIRONMENT
ROOM TEMPERATURE
VENTILATIONimportant to remove
unpleasant odors and stale air
NOISE
HOSPITAL BEDS
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HOSPITAL BEDSMATTRESSESusually covered with a water-
repellent material that resist soiling and can becleaned easily
SIDE RAILSsafety sides; prevents client fromfalling out of bed
FOOTBOARD/FOOTBOOTused to support theimmobilized clients foot in normal right angle to thelegs
BED CRADLESdevice designed to keep the top
bedcloths off the feet, legs and abdomen INTRAVENOUS RODSpoles, stands, standards;
supports IV infusion containers while IVF isadministered
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MAKING BEDS
UNOCCUPIED BED
OPEN BED
CLOSED BED
OCCUPIED BED
SURGICAL BED
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Perform appropriate client assessment
Assemble equipment and supplies
2 flat sheets or 1 fitted sheet & 1 flat sheet
bottom sheet
pillowcase
waterproof draw sheet
cotton draw sheet
blanket
linen hamper
gloves (optional)
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Identify yourself and verify clients identity
Perform hand hygiene and other
appropriate infection control measures
Assist client out of bed to a comfortablechair
Adjust the bed to a comfortable height and
lower both side rails
Remove pillowcase and set pillows aside in
a clean area
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Strip the bed Check the bed linens for any items belonging to
the client. Loosen all beddings starting on the head of the
bed on the far side moving around the bed up to
the head of the bed to the near side. Removereusable linens and fold it. Remove the waterproofpad and discard it if soiled.
Roll all soiled linens inside the bottom sheet. Holdit away from your uniform and place it directly in
the linen hamper Move the mattress securely up to the head of the
bed
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Apply the bottom sheet and draw sheet
Place the bottom sheet with its centerfold on the center ofthe bed. Position the sheet high enough to tuck under thehead of the mattress and along the edge of the mattress atthe foot of the bed. Spread the sheet out over the mattress.
Tuck the top of the sheet under the mattress and miter the
corner nearest you. Tuck the remaining sheet under themattress from head to the foot of the bed If waterproof drawsheet is used, place the centerfold over
the center line of the bottom sheet and position it from theclients back to the knee area. Fanfold the upper most halfand spread over the lower half.
Place the cotton drawsheet in the same manner over thewaterproof drawsheet.
Tuck the drawsheets securely over the side of the mattress
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Move to the other side, secure the bottom linens
Pull the bottom sheet firmly, tuck in the bottom sheetand miter the corner of the sheet. Ensure that there
should be no wrinkles
Complete this same process for the drawsheets
Apply or complete the top sheet. Place the top sheet on the bed with its centerfold atthe center of the bed and the top edge is even with the
top edge of the mattress. Spread the sheet over the
bed.
Make a horizontal or vertical toe pleat
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UNOCCUPIED BED
VERTICAL TOE PLEAT: make a fold in the sheet
2-4 inches perpendicular to the foot of the bedHORIZONTAL TOE PLEAT: make a fold in the
sheet 2-4 inches across the bed near the foot Tuck in the sheet and miter the corner. Leave the
sides of the sheet hanging freely unless toe pleatswere provided.
Move to other side of the bed and secure the top
bedding in the same manner then fold the top of the
top sheet down over the spread, providing a cuff
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Put on the clean pillowcases on the pillows
Grasp the closed end of the pillowcase then gather up
the sides of the pillowcase and place them over the
hand grasping the case and with the free hand, pull
the pillowcase over the pillow. Adjust the pillowcase so
that it fits snugly.
Place the pillows appropriately at the head of the bed
with the open ends facing away from the door. Place
the pillows appropriately at the head of the bed with
the open ends facing away from the door
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UNOCCUPIED BED
Clean and return the equipment to the
appropriate location
Document all relevant information
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OCCUPIED BED
Perform appropriate client assessmentAssemble equipment and supplies
2 flat sheets or 1 fitted sheet & 1 flat sheet
bottom sheet
waterproof drawsheet cotton drawsheet
blanket
bath blanket
pillowcase
gloves (optional)
linen hamper
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OCCUPIED BED
Identify yourself and verify clients identity.Explain the procedure
Perform hand hygiene and other
appropriate infection control measuresProvide for client privacy
Adjust the bed to a comfortable working
height and lower the side rails nearest you
leaving the opposite side rail up
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OCCUPIED BED
Remove the top bedding
Remove any equipment attached to the
bed linen Remove any equipment
attached to the bed linen Spread the bath blanket over the patient
and pull gently the top linens by grasping
the top edge of the sheet drawing it down
to the foot of the bed, leaving the blanketin place. Put the soiled linen in the
hamper
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OCCUPIED BED
Change the bottom sheet and drawsheet
Assist the client in a side lying position
facing away from you. Keep the side rail
on the far side up or have another nursesupport the client on the other side.
Loosen the bottom linens from the head,
side to the foot of the bed. Roll/fanfoldsoiled linens as close as possible to the
client. Keep the client covered throughout
the procedure
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OCCUPIED BED
Place the clean bottom sheet with its centerfold in the
middle of the bed and the edge of the sheet even withthe foot of the mattress. Vertically fanfold the half to be
used on the far side of the bed as close to the client as
possible. Spread the bottom sheet, tuck and miter the
sheet at the head of the bed. Tuck the remaining sheetfrom head to foot of the bedPlace the clean bottom
sheet with its centerfold in the middle of the bed and the
edge of the sheet even with the foot of the mattress.
Vertically fanfold the half to be used on the far side ofthe bed as close to the client as possible. Spread the
bottom sheet, tuck and miter the sheet at the head of
the bed. Tuck the remaining sheet from head to foot of
the bed
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OCCUPIED BED
Place the waterproof and cotton drawsheetin the same manner as the bottom sheet.
Position the drawsheet at the middle from
the clients back to the knee area. Unfold
and tuck the drawsheet at the side of the
bed.
Assist the client to roll over toward you onto
the clean side of the bed. Move the pillowsto the clean side of the bed. Raise the side
rail near you
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OCCUPIED BED
Move to the other side f the bed.Lower the side rail and remove the
soiled linen and pace it in the hamper
Pull the bottom sheet firmly, tuck andmiter the corner at the head of the bed.
Tuck the remaining side of the sheet
from the head to the foot of the bed.Repeat this with the drawsheet
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OCCUPIED BED
Reposition the client to the center of thebed, reposition the pillow on the center of
the bed and assist him/her to a comfortable
position
Apply or complete the top bedding
Spread the top sheet over the client and pull the
soiled top sheet or bath blanket.
Tuck the top linen at the bottom of the bed andmiter the corners leaving the sides hanging
freely
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OCCUPIED BED
Change the pillowcase and replace itunder the clients head with the open
ends facing away from the door
Ensure patient safety and comfortDispose/clean equipments/supplies
Document all relevant information
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