After-bath care

* Check for rashes and sores, especially if the person is incontinent or unable to move around.
* Seat the person while drying and putting on fresh clothes.
* Be gentle on the skin. The person’s skin may be very sensitive. Avoid scrubbing, and pat skin dry instead of rubbing.
* Use cotton swabs to dry between the toes.
* Apply lotion to keep skin soft.
* Use cornstarch or talcum powder under the breasts and in the creases and folds of skin. If the person won’t use deodorant, use baking soda.

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