Question

1. a partial bath includes washing a residents (a) foot (b) genitals (c) legs (d) back 2. which of the following should be used to wash the residents face when giving a bed - bath? (a) washcloth and water (b) washcloth and soap (c) brush and soap (d) washcloth and moisturizing cream 3. who is best able to choose a comfortable water temperature for the resident? (a) the nursing assistant (b) the resident (c) the residents family member (d) the nurse 4. how hot should the water be when shampooing a residents hair? (a) no higher than 105°f (b) no higher than 110°f (c) no higher than 115°f (d) no higher than 120°f 5. the residents perineum should be washed (a) twice a day (b) once a day (c) once a week (d) every other day

Explanation:

1. In personal - care, feet are a common area to focus on for a partial bath.
2. A washcloth and water are typically used to wash a resident's face during a bed bath to avoid skin irritation.
3. The resident is best able to determine their own comfort in terms of water temperature.
4. When shampooing a resident's hair, water should not be higher than 105°F to prevent scalding.
5. The perineum should be washed once a day to maintain hygiene.

Answer:

1. A. Feet
2. A. Washcloth and water
3. B. The resident
4. A. No higher than 105°F
5. B. Once a day