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This document discusses various medical terminology, patient care procedures, and observations related to caring for residents in long-term care facilities. It covers terminology for activities of daily living, body systems, elimination, bathing procedures, oral hygiene, nail and hair care, and important observations to report. The main points are providing routine care, proper documentation of observations, and ensuring safety and privacy during care activities.
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- 1. Terminology #1Terminology #1 Activitiesof Daily Living (ADL)Activities of Daily Living (ADL) ObservationObservation Medical terminologyMedical terminology AbbreviationAbbreviation SuffixSuffix prefixprefix
- 2. Terminology #2Terminology #2 RootRoot CombiningvowelCombining vowel Patient care planPatient care plan KardexKardex assessmentassessment
- 3. Senses used forevaluationSenses used for evaluation SightSight TouchTouch HearingHearing SmellSmell
- 4. ABC’s of observationABC’sof observation AppearanceAppearance BehaviorBehavior communicationcommunication
- 5. Objective and subjectiveObjectiveand subjective observationsobservations Objective-signs that you see, hear,Objective-signs that you see, hear, smell (factual)smell (factual) Subjective-what the resident tellsSubjective-what the resident tells you (symptoms)you (symptoms)
- 6. Types of chartingdocumentsTypes of charting documents Patient record and patient chartPatient record and patient chart KardexKardex Nursing care planNursing care plan Graphic chartGraphic chart ADL sheetADL sheet
- 7. Charting proceduresCharting procedures Writelegibly and neatlyWrite legibly and neatly Place events in proper sequencePlace events in proper sequence Chart for facility/policy standardsChart for facility/policy standards Be conciseBe concise Always use inkAlways use ink Errors-cross out with one line, do notErrors-cross out with one line, do not eraseerase
- 8. Charting procedures #2Chartingprocedures #2 Include resident’s completeInclude resident’s complete informationinformation Never skip linesNever skip lines Sign your name at end of entrySign your name at end of entry Always date and time entriesAlways date and time entries Chart only proceduresChart only procedures you haveyou have performedperformed Chart only true observationsChart only true observations
- 9. Legal issues ofchartingLegal issues of charting Resident record is a legal documentResident record is a legal document Information in chart must be keptInformation in chart must be kept confidentialconfidential Information in chart should beInformation in chart should be accurate, objective, and truthfulaccurate, objective, and truthful
- 10. Word elementsWord elements RootRoot PrefixPrefix SuffixSuffix CombiningwordCombining word Abbreviation is a shortened form ofAbbreviation is a shortened form of words or phrases, and are commonlywords or phrases, and are commonly used in health care settingsused in health care settings
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- 14. Terminology #4Terminology #4 FecesFeces EliminationElimination FecalimpactionFecal impaction Anal incontinenceAnal incontinence FlatulenceFlatulence ConstipationConstipation DiarrheaDiarrhea
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- 16. Daily routine care/EarlyMorningDaily routine care/Early Morning Offer bedpan/urinal or assist toOffer bedpan/urinal or assist to bathroombathroom Wash face and handsWash face and hands Offer oral hygieneOffer oral hygiene Straighten bed and unitStraighten bed and unit Position resident for breakfastPosition resident for breakfast
- 17. Morning care afterbreakfastMorning care after breakfast Oral hygieneOral hygiene Offer bedpan/urinal or assist toOffer bedpan/urinal or assist to bathroombathroom BathingBathing ShavingShaving Skin careSkin care DressingDressing Hair careHair care Change bed linensChange bed linens
- 18. Prepare for mealsPreparefor meals Lunch and dinnerLunch and dinner Offer bedpan/urinal or assist toOffer bedpan/urinal or assist to bathroombathroom Wash hands/faceWash hands/face Straighten bed/unitStraighten bed/unit Position for mealPosition for meal
- 19. Afternoon careAfternoon care Offerbedpan/urinal or assist toOffer bedpan/urinal or assist to bathroombathroom Wash face and handsWash face and hands Oral hygieneOral hygiene Grooming as necessaryGrooming as necessary Change soiled linenChange soiled linen Straighten unitStraighten unit
- 20. Evening (HS) careEvening(HS) care Offer bedpan/urinal or assist toOffer bedpan/urinal or assist to bathroombathroom Wash face and handsWash face and hands Oral hygieneOral hygiene Change soiled linenChange soiled linen Dress for bedDress for bed Back massageBack massage Straighten unitStraighten unit
- 21. Benefits of bathingBenefitsof bathing CleanlinessCleanliness Reduce bacteria and germsReduce bacteria and germs Promote skin integrityPromote skin integrity Stimulate circulationStimulate circulation Provide movement and exerciseProvide movement and exercise RelaxationRelaxation Sense of well-beingSense of well-being Opportunity for communication andOpportunity for communication and observationobservation
- 22. Body areas thatrequire bathingBody areas that require bathing FaceFace Underarms (axilla)Underarms (axilla) HandsHands Perineal areaPerineal area Any area where skin folds or creasesAny area where skin folds or creases
- 23. Types of bathsTypesof baths ShowerShower Tub/whirlpool, medicinalTub/whirlpool, medicinal Complete bed bathComplete bed bath Partial bed bathPartial bed bath
- 24. General guidelines forbathingGeneral guidelines for bathing residentsresidents Check with nurse regarding type ofCheck with nurse regarding type of bathbath Refer to procedure manual forRefer to procedure manual for special bathsspecial baths Identify skin care products to beIdentify skin care products to be usedused Check resident’s personal choicesCheck resident’s personal choices Collect necessary equipmentCollect necessary equipment Provide privacyProvide privacy
- 25. General guidelines forbathingGeneral guidelines for bathing residents #2residents #2 Assure adequate comfortAssure adequate comfort Use comfortably warm water, changeUse comfortably warm water, change it when it becomes soapy, dirty orit when it becomes soapy, dirty or coldcold Bathe areas soiled by fecal materialBathe areas soiled by fecal material or urineor urine Wash from cleanest to dirtiest areaWash from cleanest to dirtiest area Rinse off all soapRinse off all soap Pat skin dryPat skin dry
- 26. Safety Guidelines forbathingSafety Guidelines for bathing Monitor correct water temperatureMonitor correct water temperature Use safety equipmentUse safety equipment Stay with residentStay with resident Use correct body mechanicsUse correct body mechanics
- 27. Privacy during bathingPrivacyduring bathing Close doorClose door Pull curtain around residentPull curtain around resident Only uncover area being washedOnly uncover area being washed
- 28. Observations to bemade duringObservations to be made during bathing/skinbathing/skin ColorColor RashesRashes DrynessDryness BruisesBruises OdorsOdors SwellingSwelling
- 29. Observations/Fingernails,toenails,Observations/Fingernails,toenails, hair,eyes and MentalStatus #2hair,eyes and Mental Status #2 Presence of nitsPresence of nits Color of scleraColor of sclera Orientation/alertnessOrientation/alertness MoodMood AttitudeAttitude
- 30. Observations that requirereportingObservations that require reporting skinskin ColorColor New rashesNew rashes New bruises, broken skin, bleedingNew bruises, broken skin, bleeding Unusual odorsUnusual odors Complaints of painComplaints of pain
- 31. Observations that requiredObservationsthat required reporting/ Fingernails, hairreporting/ Fingernails, hair New Yellow, thickened nailsNew Yellow, thickened nails New significant hair lossNew significant hair loss FlakingFlaking Sore scalpSore scalp NitsNits
- 32. Observations that requirereportingObservations that require reporting Eyes and Mental statusEyes and Mental status RednessRedness Yellowing of scleraYellowing of sclera DisorientationDisorientation DepressionDepression Development of unresponsivenessDevelopment of unresponsiveness
- 33. Types of medicinalbathsTypes of medicinal baths BranBran OatmealOatmeal StarchStarch Sodium bicarbonateSodium bicarbonate Epsom saltsEpsom salts Pine productsPine products SulfurSulfur SaltSalt
- 34. Purposes of medicinalbathsPurposes of medicinal baths Soothing sedationSoothing sedation Relief of pruritisRelief of pruritis Relief of skin disorder (dry skin,Relief of skin disorder (dry skin, irritation, rash)irritation, rash)
- 35. Oral hygiene /PurposeOral hygiene / Purpose Cleanliness of mouth and teethCleanliness of mouth and teeth Prevent mouth odor and infectionPrevent mouth odor and infection Prevent tooth lossPrevent tooth loss ComfortComfort Pleasant tastePleasant taste Improve taste of foodImprove taste of food
- 36. Oral hygiene /When to performOral hygiene / When to perform On awakeningOn awakening After each mealAfter each meal Bed timeBed time
- 37. Oral hygiene /SpecialOral hygiene / Special circumstancescircumstances UnconsciousUnconscious Mouth breatherMouth breather O2O2 NG tubeNG tube Elevated temperatureElevated temperature
- 38. Steps of oralhygieneSteps of oral hygiene Carry out procedure using standardCarry out procedure using standard precautionsprecautions Examine oral cavity and reportExamine oral cavity and report findingsfindings
- 39. Steps in cleaningand care ofSteps in cleaning and care of denturesdentures Use standard precautionsUse standard precautions Examine oral cavity and reportExamine oral cavity and report findingsfindings
- 40. Nurse assistant rolefor residentNurse assistant role for resident nail carenail care Easier to clean after soaking inEasier to clean after soaking in warm, soapy waterwarm, soapy water Be cautious to prevent damage toBe cautious to prevent damage to tissuestissues Report unusual conditions to nurseReport unusual conditions to nurse Follow facility procedureFollow facility procedure
- 41. Nurse assistant role/ caring for hairNurse assistant role / caring for hair Part of daily carePart of daily care Important for identity and self-Important for identity and self- esteemesteem Accommodate resident preferencesAccommodate resident preferences for style, hair productsfor style, hair products
- 42. Nurse assistant role/ typesNurse assistant role / types shampooshampoo Shower / tubShower / tub SinkSink BedBed
- 43. Nurse assistant role/ purpose ofNurse assistant role / purpose of Medicinal ShampooMedicinal Shampoo Eradicate liceEradicate lice ScabiesScabies Soothe / heal irritated skinSoothe / heal irritated skin
- 44. Shaving a resident/ GuidelinesShaving a resident / Guidelines Use either electric or safety razorUse either electric or safety razor Use appropriate safety precautionsUse appropriate safety precautions for electrical equipmentfor electrical equipment Safety razors can cause nicks or cutsSafety razors can cause nicks or cuts Use standard precautions to preventUse standard precautions to prevent contact with bloodcontact with blood
- 45. Functions of theintegumentaryFunctions of the integumentary systemsystem Provides protective barrier againstProvides protective barrier against microorganismsmicroorganisms Enables the body to feel pain,Enables the body to feel pain, pressure, and temperaturepressure, and temperature Shields body tissue from injuryShields body tissue from injury Insulates against heat and coldInsulates against heat and cold Eliminates waste productsEliminates waste products Produces Vitamin D for body useProduces Vitamin D for body use
- 46. How to maintainhealthy skinHow to maintain healthy skin Encourage well-balanced diet andEncourage well-balanced diet and fluidsfluids Maintain skin careMaintain skin care Observe color and temperatureObserve color and temperature Give special attention to bonyGive special attention to bony prominencesprominences
- 47. Age –related changesaffecting theAge –related changes affecting the skinskin Excessively dry areasExcessively dry areas Elasticity decreased, causing wrinklesElasticity decreased, causing wrinkles Thinner layersThinner layers
- 48. Residents at riskfor skinResidents at risk for skin breakdownbreakdown Elderly residentsElderly residents Residents who have no sensation ofResidents who have no sensation of painpain Paralyzed residentsParalyzed residents Residents with edemaResidents with edema Thin residentsThin residents Diabetic, Overweight, in castsDiabetic, Overweight, in casts Unconscious, sedated residentsUnconscious, sedated residents
- 49. Conditions which causedecubitusConditions which cause decubitus ulcersulcers PressurePressure Decreased blood flow to an areaDecreased blood flow to an area Wet skinWet skin Scratches from fingernailsScratches from fingernails Dry skinDry skin
- 50. Decubitus ulcers #2/ Signs andDecubitus ulcers #2 / Signs and symptoms or stagessymptoms or stages Stage oneStage one Stage twoStage two Stage threeStage three
- 51. Decubitus ulcers #3/ BonyDecubitus ulcers #3 / Bony prominencesprominences SacrumSacrum HeelsHeels KneesKnees ShouldersShoulders Back of headBack of head HipsHips Ankles, Elbows and EarsAnkles, Elbows and Ears
- 52. Decubitus ulcers /PreventiveDecubitus ulcers / Preventive nursing care measuresnursing care measures Keep skin clean and dryKeep skin clean and dry Use only small amounts of powderUse only small amounts of powder and lotionand lotion Wash after each incontinent episodeWash after each incontinent episode Keep safety devices, clothing, andKeep safety devices, clothing, and bedding from being too tightbedding from being too tight Keep edges of casts and braces fromKeep edges of casts and braces from pressing against the skinpressing against the skin
- 53. Decubitus ulcers /PreventiveDecubitus ulcers / Preventive nursing care measures #2nursing care measures #2 Remove crumbsRemove crumbs Avoid wrinkles in beddingAvoid wrinkles in bedding Keep tubes from pressing on the skinKeep tubes from pressing on the skin Remove residents from toilets andRemove residents from toilets and bedpans promptlybedpans promptly Keep your nails short and smoothKeep your nails short and smooth
- 54. Decubitus ulcers /Use of pressure-Decubitus ulcers / Use of pressure- reducing devices # 3reducing devices # 3 Bed cradleBed cradle SheepskinSheepskin Heel and elbow protectorsHeel and elbow protectors Egg crate mattressEgg crate mattress Alternating pressure matressAlternating pressure matress Clinitron bedClinitron bed Trochanter rollsTrochanter rolls Flotation pads or cushionsFlotation pads or cushions
- 55. Decubitus ulcers #4Decubitus ulcers # 4 Turn or change resident’s positionTurn or change resident’s position every two hoursevery two hours Encourage circulation by gentleEncourage circulation by gentle massage around areamassage around area Teach resident to change positionTeach resident to change position frequentlyfrequently Assist with range of motion exercisesAssist with range of motion exercises Apply lotion to dry skin areasApply lotion to dry skin areas
- 56. Dressing Residents /Types ofDressing Residents / Types of ClothingClothing CardiganCardigan PulloverPullover PantsPants Disposable briefDisposable brief Shoes and stockingsShoes and stockings AccessoriesAccessories
- 57. Physical factors thatlimit aPhysical factors that limit a resident’s ability to dressresident’s ability to dress Lack of maturationLack of maturation Brain impairmentBrain impairment WeaknessWeakness PainPain FracturesFractures ContracturesContractures ParalysisParalysis Lack of visionLack of vision Psychological factorsPsychological factors
- 58. Caring for residentclothingCaring for resident clothing Label garmentsLabel garments Avoid cuttingAvoid cutting Do not discardDo not discard Store in the resident’s unitStore in the resident’s unit Fold neatly or hang in closetFold neatly or hang in closet Assist resident or family to chooseAssist resident or family to choose clothing that meets physical needsclothing that meets physical needs
- 59. Purposes for dressinga residentPurposes for dressing a resident How we look influences the way weHow we look influences the way we feel about ourselvesfeel about ourselves It encourages resident to beIt encourages resident to be independentindependent It discourages incontinenceIt discourages incontinence
- 60. Guidelines for dressingandGuidelines for dressing and undressing a residentundressing a resident Provide for privacyProvide for privacy Encourage the resident to do asEncourage the resident to do as much as possiblemuch as possible Allow residents to choose what toAllow residents to choose what to wearwear Remove clothing from the strong orRemove clothing from the strong or good side firstgood side first Put clothing on weak side firstPut clothing on weak side first
- 61. Ways the bodyeliminates wasteWays the body eliminates waste Urinary elimination (Urine)Urinary elimination (Urine) Bowel elimination (Feces)Bowel elimination (Feces)
- 62. Urinary EliminationUrinary Elimination Thebody excretes 1000 to 1500 mlThe body excretes 1000 to 1500 ml of urine / dayof urine / day Urine consists of the wastes andUrine consists of the wastes and excess fluidsexcess fluids Residents have different urinationResidents have different urination needsneeds Keep resident’s routine as normal asKeep resident’s routine as normal as possiblepossible
- 63. Characteristics of normalurineCharacteristics of normal urine ClearClear Amber ( Medium Yellow) colorAmber ( Medium Yellow) color Mild odorMild odor
- 64. Frequency of urinationFrequencyof urination Amount of fluid ingestedAmount of fluid ingested Personal habitsPersonal habits Availability of toilet facilitiesAvailability of toilet facilities Physical activitiesPhysical activities IllnessIllness Ranges from every 2-3 hours toRanges from every 2-3 hours to every 8-12 hoursevery 8-12 hours
- 65. Observations to bemade aboutObservations to be made about urineurine ColorColor ClarityClarity OdorOdor AmountAmount
- 66. Information to reportabout urineInformation to report about urine CloudyCloudy Pinkish or reddish tintPinkish or reddish tint Resident complaints burning onResident complaints burning on urinationurination Difficulty in urinationDifficulty in urination Feeling of pressureFeeling of pressure FrequencyFrequency Strong OdorStrong Odor
- 67. Urinary incontinenceUrinary incontinence Inabilityto control the passage ofInability to control the passage of urine from the bladderurine from the bladder Constant dribbleConstant dribble Occasional dribble when laugh,Occasional dribble when laugh, cough or sneezecough or sneeze No controlNo control
- 68. Urinary incontinence /CausesUrinary incontinence / Causes Central nervous systemCentral nervous system Spinal cord injurySpinal cord injury Aging and confusionAging and confusion MedicationsMedications Weak pelvic musclesWeak pelvic muscles Urinary tract infectionUrinary tract infection Prostate problemsProstate problems Prolapse of uterus and bladderProlapse of uterus and bladder
- 69. Catheter / DefinitionCatheter/ Definition Plastic or rubber tube used to drainPlastic or rubber tube used to drain or inject fluid through a bodyor inject fluid through a body opening, most commonly used toopening, most commonly used to drain the bladder.drain the bladder.
- 70. Catheter TypesCatheter Types IndwellingCathetersIndwelling Catheters – FoleyFoley – RetentionRetention Straight CathetersStraight Catheters
- 71. Catheter PurposeCatheter Purpose Completeloss of bladder controlComplete loss of bladder control Urinary retentionUrinary retention Before, during and after surgicalBefore, during and after surgical proceduresprocedures
- 72. Catheter CareCatheter Care Tubingshould not be kinkedTubing should not be kinked Bag placed below level of the bladderBag placed below level of the bladder Bag should be attached to the bedBag should be attached to the bed frame NOT the side table or side railframe NOT the side table or side rail Should be secured to the inner thighShould be secured to the inner thigh
- 73. Catheter Care #2CatheterCare #2 Clean the perineal area and aroundClean the perineal area and around the catheterthe catheter Bag should be emptied andBag should be emptied and measured each shift ( or more oftenmeasured each shift ( or more often if ordered )if ordered ) Report complaints promptly to theReport complaints promptly to the nursenurse Follow the rules of asepsis at allFollow the rules of asepsis at all timestimes
- 74. Bladder TrainingBladder Training Goalis voluntary control of bladderGoal is voluntary control of bladder Two basic methods:Two basic methods: Scheduled use of bedpan, urinal orScheduled use of bedpan, urinal or toilettoilet Clamping of catheter on a scheduleClamping of catheter on a schedule basisbasis
- 75. Bowel EliminationBowel Elimination Theexcretion of wastes from the gastro-The excretion of wastes from the gastro- intestinal systemintestinal system Normal StoolNormal Stool BrownBrown SoftSoft FormedFormed Characteristic odorCharacteristic odor
- 76. Bowel Elimination #2BowelElimination #2 Pattern: each person is differentPattern: each person is different Frequency – daily to every 2-3 daysFrequency – daily to every 2-3 days Time of day – morning or eveningTime of day – morning or evening
- 77. Factors influencing bowelFactorsinfluencing bowel movementmovement PrivacyPrivacy AgeAge DietDiet FluidsFluids ActivityActivity MedicationsMedications
- 78. Common Problems ineliminationCommon Problems in elimination ConstipationConstipation Hard, dry stoolHard, dry stool Feces that moves too slowly throughFeces that moves too slowly through the bodythe body Caused by decreased fluids, diet,Caused by decreased fluids, diet, inactivity, ignoring the urge toinactivity, ignoring the urge to defecatedefecate
- 79. Common Problems ineliminationCommon Problems in elimination #2#2 Fecal ImpactionFecal Impaction Stool is unable to pass from theStool is unable to pass from the rectumrectum Results from unrelieved constipationResults from unrelieved constipation
- 80. Common Problems ineliminationCommon Problems in elimination #3#3 DiarrheaDiarrhea Liquid or unformed stoolLiquid or unformed stool Feces that moves rapidly through theFeces that moves rapidly through the intestinesintestines Caused by infection, medications,Caused by infection, medications, irritating foodsirritating foods
- 81. Common Problems ineliminationCommon Problems in elimination #4#4 Anal IncontinenceAnal Incontinence Inability to control the passage ofInability to control the passage of feces and gasfeces and gas Possible cause due to injury orPossible cause due to injury or diseases of the nervous systemdiseases of the nervous system May result when residents do notMay result when residents do not receive the assistance they need in areceive the assistance they need in a timely mannertimely manner
- 82. Common Problems ineliminationCommon Problems in elimination #5#5 Flatulence ( gas )Flatulence ( gas ) Excessive formation of gas in theExcessive formation of gas in the stomach and intestinesstomach and intestines Caused by foods, medications, or air-Caused by foods, medications, or air- swallowingswallowing
- 83. Maintaining Normal EliminationMaintainingNormal Elimination PatternPattern Provide the bedpan, urinal orProvide the bedpan, urinal or commodecommode Assist to get into normal positionAssist to get into normal position Cover the resident for privacyCover the resident for privacy Remain nearby if the person is weakRemain nearby if the person is weak or frailor frail Place signal light and toilet tissuePlace signal light and toilet tissue nearbynearby
- 84. Maintaining Normal EliminationMaintainingNormal Elimination Pattern #2Pattern #2 Allow the resident enough timeAllow the resident enough time If resident has difficulty, ask themIf resident has difficulty, ask them what kinds of things they did atwhat kinds of things they did at homehome Provide perineal care if neededProvide perineal care if needed Offer opportunity to eliminate atOffer opportunity to eliminate at regular intervalsregular intervals
- 85. Bowel TrainingBowel Training Suppositoryat a regular timeSuppository at a regular time Increase fluidsIncrease fluids DietDiet ActivityActivity PrivacyPrivacy
- 86. Purpose of anOstomyPurpose of an Ostomy Artificial opening most commonlyArtificial opening most commonly into colon or small intestineinto colon or small intestine Allow healing of intestine afterAllow healing of intestine after surgery or diseasesurgery or disease Can be temporary or permanentCan be temporary or permanent
- 87. Types of OstomiesTypesof Ostomies CecostomyCecostomy ColostomyColostomy IleostomyIleostomy JejunostomyJejunostomy DuodenostomyDuodenostomy Location depends on the disease or injuryLocation depends on the disease or injury Characteristics of stool from differentCharacteristics of stool from different ostomiesostomies
- 88. Ostomy CareOstomy Care EquipmentEquipment Emptyingthe bagEmptying the bag Skin careSkin care Odor managementOdor management
- 89. Ostomy Care –Role of NAOstomy Care – Role of NA Assist with personal hygieneAssist with personal hygiene Provide for privacyProvide for privacy Changing appliancesChanging appliances Emptying ostomy bagEmptying ostomy bag Provide skin careProvide skin care Use Standard PrecautionsUse Standard Precautions
- 90. Measuring weight andheightMeasuring weight and height On admission and as orderedOn admission and as ordered Wears gown or pajamasWears gown or pajamas Urinate before being weighedUrinate before being weighed Do routine weights at the same timeDo routine weights at the same time each dayeach day
- 91. Types of prostheticdevices /Types of prosthetic devices / Artificial limbsArtificial limbs Nursing considerationsNursing considerations Ask charge nurse for guidelinesAsk charge nurse for guidelines Observe ability to participate in ADL’sObserve ability to participate in ADL’s Assist resident to apply braceAssist resident to apply brace Maintain body alignmentMaintain body alignment Keep call bell within reachKeep call bell within reach ROM to affected musclesROM to affected muscles
- 92. Nursing considerations #2Nursingconsiderations #2 Pad bracePad brace Give constant praise for rehabilitativeGive constant praise for rehabilitative effortsefforts Provide skin careProvide skin care Observe for complaint ofObserve for complaint of pain,numbness, or weaknesspain,numbness, or weakness
- 93. Artificial eyesArtificial eyes Dailyremoval are not necessaryDaily removal are not necessary Special concern to prevent infectionSpecial concern to prevent infection of the eye socketof the eye socket Report redness, drainage, or crustingReport redness, drainage, or crusting of eyelashesof eyelashes Store the artificial eye in a containerStore the artificial eye in a container labeled with the resident’s namelabeled with the resident’s name
- 94. Hearing aidsHearing aids Checkthe batteryCheck the battery Do not drop or try to repair theDo not drop or try to repair the devicedevice Apply to the ear it is designed forApply to the ear it is designed for Do not allow thr device to get wetDo not allow thr device to get wet
- 95. Purposes of ahearing aidPurposes of a hearing aid Restore hearingRestore hearing Always face the resident whenAlways face the resident when talkingtalking Speak clearlySpeak clearly
- 96. Parts of ahearing aidParts of a hearing aid MicrophoneMicrophone AmplifierAmplifier EarmoldEarmold CordCord On / off switchOn / off switch
- 97. Placement of thehearing aidPlacement of the hearing aid Turn down the volumeTurn down the volume It should fit tightly but comfortablyIt should fit tightly but comfortably Turn it on and adjust volumeTurn it on and adjust volume Check the placement if the residentCheck the placement if the resident complains of an unpleasant whistlecomplains of an unpleasant whistle Check the batteriesCheck the batteries
- 98. Caring for thehearing aidCaring for the hearing aid Never wash a hearing aidNever wash a hearing aid Never drop the hearing aidNever drop the hearing aid Do not expose to heatDo not expose to heat Do not let moisture get into theDo not let moisture get into the hearing aidhearing aid Do not use any kind of hair sprayDo not use any kind of hair spray
- 99. Talking to apartially deaf personTalking to a partially deaf person Face the residentFace the resident Speak slowly and clearlySpeak slowly and clearly Don’t cover your mouth or chew gumDon’t cover your mouth or chew gum Sit on the side of the better earSit on the side of the better ear Use short sentencesUse short sentences Repeat and rephrase statementsRepeat and rephrase statements Facial expressions and body languageFacial expressions and body language Reduce background noiseReduce background noise