Colorado CNA Practice Exam

Which of the following is a key consideration when giving a bed bath?

1. Use cold water for each part of the body

2. Personalize the bath to the resident's preferences

3. Wash the entire body at once

4. Minimize the interaction to save time

The correct answer is: Personalize the bath to the resident's preferences

When giving a bed bath, it is important to personalize the bath to the resident's preferences. This includes using water at a comfortable temperature, which may not necessarily be cold. It is also not advisable to wash the entire body at once as it can be overwhelming and uncomfortable for the resident. Minimizing interaction to save time should also not be a priority, as the focus should be on providing the resident with a comfortable and thorough bath experience.