A nurse is preparing to provide hygiene care. Which principle should the nurse consider when planning hygiene care?
a. Hygiene care is always routine and expected.
b. No two individuals perform hygiene in the same manner.
c. It is important to standardize a patient's hygienic practices.
d. During hygiene care do not take the time to learn about patient needs.
ANS: B
No two individuals perform hygiene in the same manner; it is important to individualize the patient's care based on knowing about the patient's unique hygiene practices and preferences. Hygiene care is never routine; this care requires intimate contact with the patient and communication skills to promote the therapeutic relationship. In addition, during hygiene, the nurse should take time to learn about the patient's health promotion practices and needs, emotional needs, and health care education needs.
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