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Jordan Trevino. Activites of Daily Living. Importance of ADL's. Refers to the daily self-care activities within an individuals place of residence "The things we normally do...such as feeding ourselves, bathing, dressing, grooming, work, and leisure.". Basic ADL's. Personal hygiene
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Jordan Trevino Activites of Daily Living
Importance of ADL's Refers to the daily self-care activities within an individuals place of residence "The things we normally do...such as feeding ourselves, bathing, dressing, grooming, work, and leisure."
Basic ADL's • Personal hygiene • Dressing and Undressing • Self feeding • Functional Transfers • Bowel and Bladder Management
Shaving • Shaving is necessary for proper hygiene • Shaving improves the patients self-image and studies have shown that it also helps you feel better faster • Consider the patients medications such as anti-coagulants!
Notice the cheeks are covered in shaving cream and skin is being pulled
Steps to Shaving • 1. Use a brand new razor to ensure proper cleanliness • 2. Wash hands and put on gloves • 3. Introduce yourself to the patient and what you'll be doing
Steps to Shaving (cont.) • 4. Place dry hand towel on patients chest • 5. Run another hand towel under warm water use to moisten patients cheek and neck • 6. Apply shaving cream to area
Steps to Shaving • 7. Use free hand to pull skin taut and shave from the top of the cheek downwards • 8. Repeat with whole area and shave beneath the chin • 9. Use rinsed wash clothed to wipe excess shaving cream off once done
Steps to Feed a Patient • Introduce yourself and ask if they would like to use the bathroom then afterward, wash the patients hands • Give them time for denture care if needed • Move the head of the bed above 30 degrees to prevent choking • Give the patient the correct meal plan and double check to make sure • Check the food temperature
Feeding a Patient Some patients aren't capable of feeding themselves and require assistance to eat
Tips on Feeding a Patient • Make sure the patient feels as though they still retain their freedom • Ask if they would like water after every few bites of their food • Make sure to watch for pocketing within the patients cheeks • Pocketed food becomes a breeding ground for bacteria • Pocketing also leads to tooth decay and gum disease