Questions to Ask Yourself 1. When assisting a person onto the toilet or portable commode, how would you use good body me
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Questions to Ask Yourself 1. When assisting a person onto the toilet or portable commode, how would you use good body me
Questions to Ask Yourself 1. When assisting a person onto the toilet or portable commode, how would you use good body mechanics? 2. What can you do to help a person become more independent in managing their elimination needs? 3. Mrs. Simmons is incontinent of urine. According to Mrs. Simmons' care plan, she is to wear incontinence briefs in the afternoon, when she participates in activities at the facility. Today, while you are helping Mrs. Simmons get ready for bingo at 2:00, you tell her that it is time to "put on her briefs." Mrs. Simmons becomes angry with you and says, "I hate wearing those things! I'm not going to go to bingo today." What should you do? 4. You have helped Mrs. McWilliams onto the portable commode. While you are waiting outside the curtain for her to signal that she is finished, her roommate asks you to help her get back into bed. What should you do? 5. Mr. Smith has an indwelling urinary catheter and is expecting company. He tells you that he would like to meet with his visitors in the common area, but he is embarrassed by the urine collection bag. What can you do to enhance his self-esteem and protect his dignity and privacy? 6. Mr. Spatola is incontinent of feces. You are changing his briefs when your supervisor calls for you from the hall. What should you do?