A different approach to traditional hygienic care is the “bag bath.” T

A different approach to traditional hygienic care is the “bag bath.” The best rationale for using this approach is because it is:

1. Less expensive than the traditional method
2. Takes less time to complete
3. Leaves the skin softer
4. Reduces the risk of infection

ANSWER

ANS: 4
The bag bath is intended to reduce the risk of infection. Use of the traditional wash basin may increase the risk of infection, because if it is not cleaned and dried completely after use, gram-negative bacteria may contaminate the wash basin. Successive use of a contaminated basin may cause the client’s skin to harbor more gram-negative organisms, increasing the client’s risk of infection. The bag bath is typically more expensive than the traditional bed bath method. Using the bag bath does take less time, but it is not the best rationale for using this method. The bag bath does not leave the skin softer than traditional hygienic care.