The nurse prepares the client for discharge from the rehabilitation unit. Which does the nurse implement for the client's nursing diagnosis of Self-care deficit for bathing?

Question

1. Offers to provide a soothing bed bath
2. Encourages client to perform hygiene
3. Provides client with all hygienic supplies
4. States client must shower before discharge

Answer 1

2
2. The nurse encourages the client to perform self-care to prepare for discharge by enhancing the client's self-sufficiency, self-image, and confidence. The nurse assists the client to finish but avoids providing complete care as the client progresses toward independent living. In addition to providing hygiene, self-care provides the client with an opportunity to increase endurance, muscle strength, and range of motion.
1. Offering a bed bath is counterproductive to client needs because the nurse provides total client care with a bed bath, leaving the client to be a passive participant.
3. One aspect of independent living is gathering supplies for a task, so, within reason, the nurse allows the client to prepare for routine hygiene.
4. The nurse facilitates client preferences and does not force the client to shower.