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Hygiene
An activity to assess your knowledge of basic hygiene
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| A | B |
| skin | first line of defense |
| alopecia | hair loss |
| back massage | may promote sleep |
| cerumen | aka ear wax |
| glossitis | inflamation of the tongue |
| gingivitis | inflammation of gums |
| halitosis | may indicate underlieing health problem |
| pediculosis | will need to treat the whole family and the environment |
| stomatitis | mouth sores |
| eye care | wipe from inner to outer canthus |
| nose care | blow gently |
| antiembolism stockings | proper fit, remove wrinkles |
| skin assessment | include temperature, color, lesions |
| bath safety | water temp, side rails, infection control |
| ear care | no cotton swabs! |
| Common NANDA Diagnosis | Self-care Deficit |
| Cheilosis | lip ulcer |
| poor oral hygiene | can lead to heart disease |
| may need help with hygiene | young children, elderly |
| influences hygiene practices | culture, socioeconomics, personal preference |
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School of Nursing, Radiation Sciences and Sonography |
| Petersburg, VA |
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