Question

1. which of the following statements is true regarding complete bed baths?

the bath can be done partially in the shower.
the room temperature should be uncomfortably warm to prevent shivering.
the door should be left open during the bath to ensure adequate ventilation.
the bath involves bathing an individuals entire body while they rest in bed.

1. a complete bed bath is probably necessary for all of the following individuals except:

andy, who is unconscious.
bonnie, who is in traction for two broken legs.
ivan, who is weak and short of breath from pneumonia.
adele, who has diabetes.

1. what is the correct way to wash a persons eyes?

wash the eye from the inner corner out using a wet washcloth and soap.
wash the eye from the outer corner in towards the nose using only water and a washcloth.
wash both eyes at the same time using only water and two washcloths.
wash the eye from the inner corner out using only water and a washcloth.

Explanation:

1. A complete bed bath means bathing the whole body in bed. Option A is wrong as it's a bed - bath not in shower. Option B: Room temp should be comfortable. Option C: Door should be closed for privacy.
2. Unconscious (Andy), in traction (Bonnie), weak (Ivan) likely need bed bath. Diabetes (Adele) doesn't necessarily mean a complete bed bath is needed.
3. Eyes should be washed from inner to outer corner with water (no soap) to prevent infection. Options A (soap bad for eyes), B (wrong direction), C (wash one eye at a time) are incorrect.

Answer:

1. D. The bath involves bathing an individual's entire body while they rest in bed.
2. D. Adele, who has diabetes.
3. D. Wash the eye from the inner corner out using only water and a washcloth.