JOSE RIZAL UNIVERSITY

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Performance Checklist Rationale
Bed Shampoo
Name of Student: GROUP 5 Date: March 11, 2024
Year/Section/Group No.: GROUP 5 – BSN 103N Grade: __________

Indicate the rationale for the Bed Shampoo procedure. Kindly cite the reference/s (within the last five years) used.
CRITERIA RATIONALE

PROCEDURE

1. Assess: To ensure safe and appropriate care during the procedure, addressing potential
a. Determine routinely used shampoo products. allergies, skin sensitivities, and the client's ability to participate in the activity
b. Any scalp problems. comfortably.
c. Activity tolerance of the client.

2. Determine: Some agencies require an order.

a. Whether a primary care provider’s order is needed before a shampoo can be given.
b. The type of shampoo to be used.
c. The best time of the day for the shampoo.

3. Assemble equipment: All equipment required for the health assessment should be clean, in good working
order, and readily accessible.

4. Introduce yourself, and verify the client’s identity. Explain to the client what you are going to do, why it is necessary, if appropriate, and how the client To alleviate any tension or anxiety that the client is experiencing. At the end of the
can cooperate. interview, explain to the client that the assessment will follow and describe what the
procedure will involve.

5. Perform hand hygiene, and observe other appropriate infection control procedures as needed. To protect clients, caregivers, and the general community from the transmission of
disease by stopping and preventing the chain of infection.

6. Provide the client privacy. to treat the client with dignity and respect while ensuring their privacy is maintained.

7. Position and prepare the client appropriately.

To provide comfort

8. Assist the client to the side of the bed from which you will work.

Assist the client to the side of the bed for you to work comfortably, making sure they are
comfortable and safe, throughout.

9. Remove pins and ribbons from the hair, and brush and comb it to remove any tangles.

To prevent hair damage

10. Arrange equipment

a. Put the plastic sheet or pad on the bed under the head. The plastic keeps the bedding /

b. Remove the pillow from under the client’s head, and place it under the shoulders, unless there is some underlying condition.

This hyperextends the neck.

c. Tuck a bath towel around the client’s shoulder.

This keeps the shoulder dry.

d. Place the shampoo basin under the head, putting a folded washcloth or pad where the client’s neck rests on the edge of the basin.
If the client is on a stretcher, the neck can rest on the edge of the sink. Podding supports the muscles of the neck and prevents undue strain and discomfort.

e. Fanfold the top bedding down to the waist and cover the upper part of the client with the bath blanket.

The folded bedding will stay dry and the bath blanket.

f. Place the receiving receptacle on a table or chair at the bedside. Put the spout of the shampoo basin over the receptacle. Protect the Client's eyes by placing a damp washcloth over their eyes.

11. Protect the client’s eyes. To prevent irritation or discomfort caused by shampoo runoff and chemicals.
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12. Place a damp washcloth over the client’s eyes. This prevents shampoo from getting into the clients eyes.

13 Shampoo the hair To cleanse and prepare the hair for shampooing.
a. Wet the hair thoroughly with the water.
b. Apply shampoo to the scalp. Make a good lather with the shampoo while massaging the scalp with the pads of your fingertips. To ensure the area of the head is clean thoroughly.
c. Rinse the hair briefly and apply shampoo again. To remove remaining dirt if necessary.
d. Make a good lather and massage the scalp as before. Vigorous rubbing stimulates the scalp and also helps the patient relax.
e. Rinse the hair thoroughly this time to remove all the shampoo. Retained shampoo leaves a dull finish on hair. Soap may cause scalp irritation.
f. Squeeze as much water as possible out of the hair with your hands. To dry the hair faster.

14. Dry the hair thoroughly To prevent moisture-related issues such as scalp irritation.
a. Rub the client’s hair with a heavy towel.
b. Dry the hair with the dryer. Set the temperature at “warm”. To prevent the client from becoming chilled.
c. Continually move the dryer to prevent burning the client’s scalp. To increase circulation of the scalp and promote a sense of well-being.

15. Ensure the client comfort To promote relaxation and minimize anxiety.
a. Assist the person confined to bed to a comfortable position.
b. Arrange the hair using a clean brush and comb. To prevent tangles.
c. Document the shampoo and any assessments. To provide coordination and continuity of care.

REFERENCES

 Berman, A., Snyder, S. J., Frandsen, G., & Kozier, B. (2022). Kozier & Erb’s fundamentals of nursing: Concepts, process, and Practice (9th ed.)

 NathalieCaraca. (n.d.). Shampooing. Scribd https://www.scribd.com/document/424440772/Shampooing

 Weber, J. & Kelly, J. (2022). Health Assesment in Nursing; Seventh Edition.

 Berman, A., et al.,(2022). Kozier and Erb’s Fundamentals of Nursing: concepts, process and practice 11th edition.
 Cowdell, F., Jadotte, Y. T., Ersser, S. J., Danby, S., Lawton, S., Roberts, A., & Dyson, J. (2020). Hygiene and emollient interventions for maintaining skin integrity in older people in hospital
and residential care settings. Kozier &Erb”s
 Fundamentals of Nursing :Concept, Process,And Practice Volume 2 Tenth Edition.
 KOZIER, & ERB. (n.d.). FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (8th ed)

 Berman, A., Snyder, S. J., Frandsen, G., & Kozier, B. (2022). Kozier & Erb’s fundamentals of nursing: Concepts, process, and Practice (9th ed.)