NUR215 Exam 2 Questions 100% Solved.
When giving a complete bath, which area should you wash first? Which area should you wash
last? - answerFirst: face, Last: genitals (perineal area)
When would you not want to use a straight razor on a patient? - answerClients who are prone
to bleeding, are r...
Who would need a complete bath? - answer✔Complete bath: clients who can tolerate it and
whose hygiene needs warrant it
How do you provide oral care for an unconscious patient? - answer✔Suction apparatus to
prevent aspiration. Do not place your fingers into an unconscious clients mouth because the
client could bite down on your finger. . Position the client on one side with the head turned
toward you in either a semi-Fowlers position, or with the head of the bed flat. This will allow
fluid and oral secretions to collect in the dependent side of the clients mouth and drain out. A
small oral airway or a padded tongue may be used to keep the mouth open while providing care.
Why are elderly patients more at risk for skin breakdown? - answer✔Skin is drier and thinner,
incontinence, minimal collagen production
What is the purpose of a therapeutic bath? - answer✔Promote comfort and provide treatment
(sooth itchy skin) Skin disorders, burns, elevated body temperature, muscular injuries. Rectal or
perineal surgery, a sitz bath is given to reduce pain and inflammation (providers order)
When doing discharge teaching for a patient with diabetes on foot care, what should you
include? - answer✔Do not soak the feet due to the risk of infection and do not cute the nails. File
them using a nail file. Do not apply lotion between the toes since the moisturizer can cause skin
irritation and breakdown. Use lukewarm water and dry feet thoroughly. Change socks daily.
Check shoes that cause injury. Avoid self-treating corns of calluses. Do not apply heat. Contact
provider if any indications of infection or inflammation appear.
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