Downey, L. and Lloyd, Hilary (2008) Bed bathing patients in hospital. Nursing Standard, 22 (34). pp. 35-40. ISSN 0029-6570
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Abstract
There are a number of circumstances that may affect an individual's ability to maintain personal hygiene. Hospitalised patients, and in particular those who are bedridden, may become dependent on nursing staff to carry out their hygiene needs. Assisting patients to maintain personal hygiene is a fundamental aspect of nursing care. However, it is a task often delegated to junior or newly qualified staff. This article focuses on the principles of bed bathing patients in hospital, correct procedure and the importance of maintaining patient dignity and respect in clinical practice.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Subjects: | B700 Nursing |
| Department: | Faculties > Health and Life Sciences > Social Work, Education and Community Wellbeing |
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| Depositing User: | EPrint Services |
| Date Deposited: | 11 Sep 2009 09:24 |
| Last Modified: | 17 Dec 2023 11:50 |
| URI: | https://nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/1837 |
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