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MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. HOW TO GIVE TUB BATH OR SHOWER Purpose: Some patients may be allowed to take a tub or shower bath. The aide must give whatever assistance is needed and is responsible for the patient's comfort and safety. Equipment: 1. Bath Towels (2) 2. Wash Cloth 3. Chair 4. Soap 5. Cleaning Cloth 6. Scouring Powder 7. Tub Procedure: 1. Explain procedure to patient. 2. Assemble supplies in bathroom. 3. Check tub for cleanliness. 4. Prepare the bathroom for the patient: a. Place chair near bathtub; b. Place towels, washcloth and soap within easy reach; c. Fill tub one-half full with warm water; be sure water is not too hot. d. Place bath towel in front of tub. 5. Bring patient to bathroom. 6. Help patient undress. 7. Help patient into tub. 8. Prevent accidents by: a. Supporting patient when getting into and out of tub. b. Never allow patient to stand in wet tub for bathing or drying. 9. Help patient to dress. 10. Clean tub and leave patient alone in tub or shower. NOTE: DO NOT LEAVE PATIENT ALONE IN TUB OR SHOWER. If showering patient, use shower chair. Control flow and temperature of water before assisting patient into shower. Home Health Agency Nursing Care & Procedures K-64