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The bath: a nursing ritual

Z R Wolf

    Journal of Holistic Nursing : Official Journal of the American Holistic Nurses' Association
    |June 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    The nursing bath is a ritual deeply rooted in the profession's history, science, and art. This essential practice remains a vital part of nursing identity and patient care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing History
    • Medical Sociology
    • Healthcare Practices

    Background:

    • The practice of bathing in nursing has evolved significantly over time.
    • Understanding the historical context of nursing rituals is crucial for contemporary practice.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the historical and evolving role of the bath as a nursing ritual.
    • To connect past and present nursing practices in bathing and hygienic care.
    • To highlight the bath's significance in nursing identity and repertoire.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review spanning from the 1880s to the present.
    • Analysis of selections from nursing periodicals and other relevant literature.

    Main Results:

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    • The bath has consistently been an integral part of nursing, reflecting the profession's beliefs, art, and science.
    • Bathing practices demonstrate a clear connection between historical and contemporary nursing care.
    • The ritual of the bath serves as a conduit for numerous other nursing activities and interventions.

    Conclusions:

    • The bath is a fundamental and enduring element of nursing care and professional identity.
    • Recognizing the bath as a ritual enriches the understanding of nursing's historical and scientific underpinnings.
    • The practice of bathing remains a necessary component of a nurse's skill set and professional repertoire.