Chapter 17 Hygiene
Hygiene -promote health through personal cleanliness.
Integument
covering
Integumentary system Most hygiene practices are based on maintaining or restoring
a healthy ____which includes skin, mucous membrane, hair nails.
The skin consists of
Epidermis , Dermis, Subcutaneous layer
Epidermis Outermost layer contains dead skin cells that form a tough protein called
Keratin.
Dermis true skin, contains most of the secretory gland
Skin structures do the following:
-Protect inner body structures from injury & infection
-regulate body temperature
-maintain fluid and chemical balance
-provide sensory information such as pain, temp, touch & pressure
-assist in converting precursors to vitamin D when exposed to sunlight
Mucous Membranes Continuous with the skin. They line body passages , digestive,
respiratory, urinary and reproductive.
Oily hair
Attracts dust and debris
Keratin hard protein material found in the epidermis, hair, and nails
When the nail Changes in color, texture thickness and integrity of nails Provide
evidence of local injury or infection and even systemic disease.
Most Americans routinely perform these hygiene practices. Bathing-shavingbrushing teeth-shampooing and caring for their nails
Poor Hygiene and grooming in older adults can be indicators of conditions such
as : Visual Impairment- functional limitations-dementia-depression-abuse or neglect
Plaque substance composed of mucin and other gritty substances in saliva
Caries
Tartar
cavities
hardened plaque
Gingivitis
inflammation of the gums
Periodontal disease
A condition that results in the destruction of the tooth
supporting structures and bones that make up the jaw.
Poor Hygiene and grooming in adults can be indicators of conditions such as
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Visual Impairment
Functional Limitations
Dementia
Depression
abuse
Neglect
Benefits of Bathing
Eliminating body odor
Reducing the potential for infection
Stimulating circulation
Providing a refreshed and relaxed feeling
Improving self-image
Partial Bath washing only the areas of the body that are subject to the greatest
soiling or that are sources of body odor
Perineal Care (Peri-Care) techniques used for cleansing the perineum
Sitz Bath Immersion of the buttocks & perineum in a small basin of continuously
circulating water.
1.Removes blood serum, stool, or urine.
2.Reduces local swelling.
3.Relieves discomfort.
Sponge bath
Applications of tepid water to skin, reduces fever.
Medicated Bath soaking or immersing in a mixture of water and another substance,
such as baking soda, oatmeal, or cornstarch; reliev1es itching or a rash
Whirlpool Bath warm water that is continuously agitated within a tub or tank;
1. improves circulation
2 increases joint mobility,
3 relieves discomfort,
4 removes dead tissue
Towel Bath
Bath in Bag
Shaving
technique for bathing in which a single large towel is used to cover and
wash a client
technique for bathing that involves the use of 8 to 10 premoistened,
warmed, disposable cloths contained in a plastic bag.
removes unwanted body hair
When not to use a safety razor
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Receiving anticoagulants
Receiving thrombolytic Agents
Taking high doses of aspirin
with blood disorders such as hemophilia
with liver disease who have impaired clotting
with rashes or elevated or inflamed skin lesions on or near face
who are suicidal
Sordes
Dried crusts containing mucus, microorganisms, and epithelial cells shed
from the mucous membrane