A client is prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges. Which types of bath would be appropriate for this client?

Question

1. Shower
2. Tub bath
3. Self-help bed bath
4. Therapeutic bath
5. Partial bath

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 3, 5
Rationale 1: Getting into and out of a shower might be too strenuous for a client prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges.
Rationale 2: Getting into and out of a bathtub might be too strenuous for a client prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges.
Rationale 3: Because the client is prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges, the self-help bed bath would be appropriate because the client can independently wash with some help from the nurse.
Rationale 4: A therapeutic bath is for some physical effect and not used routinely for morning care.
Rationale 5: Because the client is prescribed bed rest with bathroom privileges, the partial bath would be appropriate because the client can independently wash with some help from the nurse to wash the back area.