NURSING I - FON Ch 39 Hygiene

Question 0

(2) Require assistance with physical hygiene:

Answer 0

1. Ill patients

2. Physically/Emotionally Challenged

Question 1

Physical hygiene is necessary for (3):

Answer 1

1. Comfort
2. Safety
3. Well-being

Question 2

Factors that influence hygiene practices (2):

Answer 2

1. Culture

2. Age

Question 3

Good hygiene techniques promote normal __ & __ of tissues.

Answer 3

structure & function

Question 4

Proper care requires understanding of Anatomy/Physiology of:

Answer 4

Skin
Nails
Oral Cavity
Eyes
Ears
Nose

Question 5

Frequent bathing and hot water can cause

Answer 5

dry, flakey skin and loss of protective oils

Question 6

Subcutaneous glands secrete __.

Answer 6

sebum

Question 7

Has bactericidal action

Answer 7

Sebum

Question 8

Disease can cause change in the NAIL’S (3):

Answer 8

1. Curvature
2. Thickness
3. Shape

Question 9

Condition of the __ & __ influences ability to perform hygiene care.

Answer 9

hands & feet

Question 10

The ORAL CAVITY consists of

Answer 10

lips
cheeks
tongue & its muscles
hard & soft palate

Question 11

The Oral Cavity is lined with __ __.

Answer 11

mucous membrane

Question 12

(3) Factors that can impair salivary secretions:

Answer 12

1. Medications
2. Exposure to Radiation
3. Mouth Breathing

Question 13

Dry mouth

Answer 13

Xerostomia

Question 14

Inflammation of the gums

Answer 14

Gingivitis

Question 15

Tooth Decay

Answer 15

Dental Caries

Question 16

Ulcerations or trauma in the Oral Cavity results in __.

Answer 16

bleeding

Question 17

Saliva (4):

Answer 17

1. Cleanses mouth
2. Dissolves food chemicals (promotes taste)
3. Moistens food
4. Contains Enzymes

Question 18

Hair: Indications of Health Status

Answer 18

1. Growth
2. Distribution
3. Pattern

Question 19

Factors that Influence Hygiene

Answer 19

Social Patterns
Personal Preferences
Body Image
Socioeconomic Status