1. PERSONAL CARE SKILLS Skin Care (Section II, Unit 5)

2. CONSIDERATIONS FOR CARE 1. Skin changes associated with aging, certain medical conditions and other chronic illnesses 2. Importance of skin care for residents with particular medical conditions 3. Common sites of pressure areas and skin breakdown 4. Early recognition of pressure areas and skin breakdown

3. ROLE OF THE CNA IN PREVENTING SKIN BREAKDOWNS 1. Keep skin, bedding and clothing clean and dry 2. Use skin moisturizers and creams sparingly 3. Provide frequent change of position according to patient plan of care 4. Avoid trauma, friction or shearing

4. ROLE OF THE CNA IN PREVENTING SKIN BREAKDOWNS 5. Encourage proper hydration and nutrition 6. Use of special devices to prevent skin breakdown according to individual’s plan of care a. Special mattresses b. Pads c. Off load heels 7. Careful observation, early reporting and documentation