TOPIC 2 - BED BATH

The Complete Bath

• usually given in bed. if the client is weak or unable to bathe himself, it is your responsibility to bathe him. When you are giving the bathm the client will usually give you little or no assistance

THE PARTIAL BATH

• clietn may take care of some of his own bathing requirements

• you will be responsible for bathing only the areas that are hard for him to reach (back, feet, or genitalia)

The Tub Bath

• given in a tub and requires a special order from the doctor.

• do not give client a tub bath until you checked with your supervisor.

The Shower

• client is bathed under running water.

• this too requires a special order from the doctor