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Supporting transgender patients with their personal hygiene
Helen Layton1, Penny Tremayne1, Wendy Norton2
1The Leicester School of Nursing and Midwifery, De Montfort University Leicester, Leicester, England.
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|August 21, 2023
Summary
Nurses can provide sensitive personal hygiene support to transgender patients by using gender-affirming language. This approach enhances patient well-being and builds confidence in inclusive nursing care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Care
- Patient Well-being
- Inclusivity in Healthcare
Background:
- Personal hygiene is crucial for self-expression, well-being, and self-esteem.
- Effective hygiene support requires sensitivity to individual patient needs.
- Nurses often lack confidence in providing hygiene care for transgender patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss gender-affirming language in nursing care.
- To identify factors for supporting transgender patients' personal hygiene.
- To promote personalized, equitable, and inclusive nursing practices.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on gender-affirming care and personal hygiene.
- Analysis of factors influencing transgender patient hygiene support.
- Discussion of best practices for inclusive nursing.
Main Results:
- Gender-affirming language is key to sensitive hygiene care.
- Understanding patient-specific needs is vital for effective support.
- Addressing knowledge gaps can improve nurse confidence.
Conclusions:
- Implementing gender-affirming language improves transgender patient care.
- Inclusive hygiene practices enhance patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Further education is needed to support nurses in transgender care.
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