NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
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Brush from the scalp toward the hair ends.
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Lift opened fingers through the hair.
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Apply a conditioner to wet hair.
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Use a fine toothed comb.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Brushing will also distribute oils evenly along the hair shaft.
Detailed explanation-2: -Brushing helps to keep hair clean and distributes oil evenly along hair shafts, while combing prevents it from becoming tangled. To keep brush and comb clean, wash them in hot soapy water.
Detailed explanation-3: -The nurse first checks the scalp for inflammation to ensure that care can be performed without injuring the scalp. CORRECT. The nurse first checks the scalp for inflammation to ensure that care can be performed without injuring the scalp.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which common problem with the hair should the nurse anticipate when patients are on complete bed rest? 4. Bed rest causes matted, tangled hair because of friction and pressure related to the movement of the head on a pillow.