Bathing Techniques: New and Improved

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Bathing TechniquesNew and Improved
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Ultimate Goal

• To individualize bathing for residents in such a
  way that they get clean but not agitated.
• Oftentimes, the way we give baths makes the
  resident feel attacked, especially if they have
  dementia.
• That explains some of the behaviors.

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Myths of Bathing
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New Ways of Bathing

• Towel bath
• Recliner bath
• Toilet bath
• Singing bath
• 7 day bath
• Under-the-clothes bath

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Hairwashing Techniques
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Questions?