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What should you do before starting personal care?

Explain the care, ask permission, and ask about the person’s preferences and needs before beginning.

How can care support independence?

Let the person do each step they can safely manage, and provide only the assistance needed.

What should you do if a person declines care or becomes distressed?

Pause, listen, and consider another time or approach when appropriate; do not force routine personal care.

How do you protect privacy and warmth during bathing?

Keep the person warm and covered, exposing only the area being washed.

Do gloves replace hand hygiene?

Gloves do not replace hand hygiene. Clean your hands as required, including after removing gloves.

What should you prepare before bathing someone?

Gather supplies, make the room comfortably warm, and ensure the bathing area is safe before beginning.

What water and soap are recommended for bathing?

Use mild soap and warm, not hot, water. Frequent hot bathing and harsh or heavily perfumed products can worsen dry skin.

In what direction should you wash during bathing?

Wash gently from cleaner areas toward dirtier areas, using clean water and cloths as needed.

How should you dry skin after bathing?

Pat skin dry, especially between folds, and protect it from prolonged dampness and friction.

Which skin changes should be reported?

Report new or persistent redness, open areas, blisters, bruising, rash, swelling, pain, or signs of infection according to workplace procedure.

What routine oral care should brushing support?

Support brushing at least twice daily with fluoride toothpaste when appropriate, and clean between teeth as recommended by the dentist or care plan.

What guides oral care when swallowing or spitting is unsafe?

Follow the care plan for someone who has difficulty swallowing or cannot safely rinse and spit.