The nurse instructs the spouse of an elderly patient who is on bed rest on how to provide a complete bed bath. What does the nurse include in the patient/family teaching?
a. Prevent dryness with bath oil and baby powder.
b. Clean the anus vigorously and dry with a towel.
c. Wash the perineal area with warm running water.
d. Daily bed baths can cause skin damage.
D
The nurse cautions the patient's spouse that daily bathing can lead to dry skin and irritation for someone on complete bed rest because skin becomes thin, fragile, and prone to bruising and tears. Bath oil is not recommended for a bed bath because it is likely to soak into the bed linens and attract debris, increasing the need for changing linens. Powder is usually not indicated because the patient could inhale fine dust particles and because it is a drying agent. The nurse instructs the patient's spouse to keep the perineum clean and dry; however, vigorous cleansing can lead to dry skin and irritation, potentially resulting in skin breakdown. Perineal cleansing with warm running water is impractical for home care.
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