The nurse knows that which of the following statements is true regarding the importance of hygiene?
a. The nurse has the opportunity to assess the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary systems during the bath.
b. UAPs perform hygiene because there is no benefit of nurses doing it.
c. The mucous membranes of the lips, nostrils, anus, vagina, and urethra are not a part of the integumentary system when providing hygiene.
d. The main purpose of bathing is to decrease odor.
ANS: A
The bath is an excellent opportunity for the nurse to assess multiple body systems. Although the UAP can perform hygiene, there is benefit to the nurse doing it because of the ability to assess the patient. The mucous membranes are a part of the integumentary system, and bathing cleanses the skin, provides comfort, and contributes to the patient's health and well-being.
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