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Bathing incompetent patients

W Corber1, M Silberfeld, A Feldman

  • 1Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care, North York, Ontario.

The Canadian Nurse
|October 1, 1996
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Bathing patients who cannot consent presents challenges for nurses. Addressing patient resistance and refusal during hygiene care is crucial for a less stressful experience.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Care
  • Patient Hygiene
  • Incompetent Patient Management

Background:

  • Bathing care for patients lacking capacity is challenging.
  • Patient resistance and refusal during bathing increase nursing stress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the experiences of nurses caring for bathing-incompetent patients.
  • To identify strategies for managing patient resistance during hygiene care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study design.
  • Interviews with nursing staff.

Main Results:

  • Nurses face emotional and physical challenges.
  • Communication and patient-centered approaches are key.

Conclusions:

  • Developing effective strategies is essential for nurses.
  • Improved patient care and nurse well-being can be achieved.