include:
- installing grab bars when needed
- using a non-slip shower surface
- keeping towels within easy reach
- avoiding slippery bath products
- using a shower chair if balance is poor
- keeping the bathroom comfortably warm
A person with significant mobility or balance problems may need assistance.
When More Frequent Bathing May Be Necessary
Some circumstances call for more regular washing.
These include:
- heavy sweating
- physical exercise
- hot weather
- incontinence
- skin infections
- wound care
- certain medical treatments
- healthcare instructions requiring specific hygiene
Incontinence in particular requires careful cleaning
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