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What is the first area you wash if the patient is a comatose patient?
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What is the bowel wash?
this procedure used in cirrhosis of liver patient,to wash out ammonia. .
What 5 parts do you wash first in the shower?
First, I turn on the shower and wet my head then my whole body. I wash first my hair, my arms, my legs, my belly, and my genital area.
What is the first step you should take after a needle stick?
wash the area with soap and water
Why do doctors wash their hands before treating a patient?
to stop the spread of germs and infections. If a doctor treats one patient with, for example, the flu, the nthey wash their wand afterwards to stop the flu bacteria transferring onto either themselves or their next patient.
Why do Doctors wash hands between patients?
The patient could have got an disease from the patient, so to prevent the disease from spreading, they wash their hands so they don't catch the disease and hopefully not spread to other people.
Why do doctors wash their hands between patients?
The patient could have got an disease from the patient, so to prevent the disease from spreading, they wash their hands so they don't catch the disease and hopefully not spread to other people.
When washing the male genital a person should wash?
Everything!! If you're uncircumcised gently pull back the foreskin as far as comfortable but wash everything
Bathing a patient in bed?
Alternate NamesBed bath; Sponge bathWhy a Patient Might Need Bed BathsSome patients cannot safely leave their bed to bathe. For these patients, daily bed baths can help keep their skin healthy, control odor, and make them feel better. If moving the patient causes pain, plan to give the bed bath after the patient has received pain medicine and it has taken affect.A bed bath is a good time to inspect the patient's skin for redness and sores. When you do this, pay special attention to skin folds and bony areas.Supplies for a Bed BathLarge bowl of warm waterSoap (either traditional or non-rinse soap)Two washcloths or spongesDry towelLotionShaving supplies, if you are planning to shave the patientComb or other hair care productsIf you wash the patient's hair, use either a dry shampoo that combs out or a basin that is designed for washing hair in bed. This kind of basin has a tube in the bottom that allows you to keep the bed dry before you later drain the water.How to Give a Bed BathBring all the supplies you will need to the bedside. Raise the bed to a comfortable height to prevent straining your back.Explain to the patient that you are about to give them a bed bath.Make sure you uncover only the area you are washing. This will keep the patient from getting too cold, and it provides privacy.While the patient is lying on their back, begin by washing their head and move toward their feet. Then, roll the patient to one side and wash their back.To wash the patient's skin, first wet their skin, then gently apply a small amount of soap. Check with the patient to make sure you are not rubbing too hard.Make sure you rinse all the soap off, then pat the area dry. Apply lotion before covering the area up.Bring fresh warm water to the bedside with a clean washcloth to wash the patient's private area. First wash the genitals, then move toward the buttocks. Remember to wash from front to back.Reviewed ByReview Date: 01/31/2012Jennifer K. Mannheim, ARNP, Medical Staff, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Seattle Children's Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Why do Muslims use a wash area?
they need to wash there hands to each for refreshments
Vacuum or wash car first?
Wash
Should you wash or brush your dog first?
wash first so you can brush after
Should you wash your hair first or body first?
I think you should first wash your. The dirt fromthe hair will be over your body & then you can wash your body.. :-)
