HAIR CARE FOR A RESIDENT

1) Perform hand hygiene.

a. Cover all surfaces of the hands with hand sanitizer.

b. Rub hands together to dry.

2) Explain the procedure to be performed to the resident.

3) Provide privacy for the resident; pull the privacy curtain.

4) Place a towel on the resident’s shoulders.

5) Ask the resident how they would like their hair styled.

6) Comb/brush/style hair gently and completely.

7) Discard linen in a designated container.

8) Leave the resident’s hair neatly brushed/combed/styled.

9) Open the privacy curtain.

10) Maintain respectful, courteous interpersonal interactions at all times.

11) Place the call light or signaling device within easy reach of the resident.

12) Perform hand hygiene.

a. Cover all surfaces of the hands with hand sanitizer.

b. Rub hands together to dry.