Adapt the bathing process

* Set a regular time of day for bathing. If the person usually bathes in the morning, it may confuse him or her to bathe at night.
* Use simple phrases to coach the person through each step of the bathing process, such as: “Put your feet in the tub.” “Sit down.” “Here is the soap.” “Wash your arm.”
* Use other cues to remind the person what to do such as the “watch me” technique. Put your hand over the
person’s hand, gently guiding the washing actions.
* Use a tub bench or bath chair that can adjust to different heights. The person can sit while showering if it is easier.
* Washing the person’s hair may be the most difficult task. Use a washcloth to soap and rinse hair in the sink to reduce the amount of water on the person’s face.
* Be sure the person’s genital areas are washed, especially if incontinence is a problem.
* Be sure the person is washed between folds of skin and under the breasts.
* Simply the bathing process by sewing pockets into washcloths to hold soap or using soap that washes both hair and body.

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