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Joshua C Dunn¹, Brenda Thiru-Chelvam, Charles H M Beck

¹Department of Psychology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Journal of Gerontological Nursing

|December 6, 2002

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The Thermal bath significantly reduces agitation in dementia patients compared to traditional tub baths, especially for men. This bathing method offers a more comfortable experience for individuals with dementia.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Nursing Science
Dementia Care

Background:

Bathing is a significant source of discomfort for individuals with dementia.
Agitation during bathing is a common challenge in dementia care settings.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare the frequency of agitated behaviors during two bathing methods for individuals with dementia.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the Thermal bath versus conventional tub baths in reducing bathing-related distress.

Main Methods:

Observed 15 elderly residents with dementia in a continuing care center.
Recorded 14 agitated behaviors during four sessions of both conventional tub baths and the Thermal bath.
Analyzed the summed frequencies of agitated behaviors for each bathing method.

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Main Results:

The Thermal bath resulted in significantly fewer agitated behaviors compared to the tub bath.
Agitation reduction was more pronounced in men than in women.
Shivering was a notable behavior reduced by the Thermal bath.

Conclusions:

The Thermal bath presents a viable and less agitating alternative to conventional tub baths for individuals with dementia.
Further research is recommended to explore cost-effectiveness and long-term effects of non-rinse cleansers in this population.