1. NUR 231 Newborn Bathing Procedure NOTE: To change images on this slide, select a picture and delete it. Then click the Insert Picture icon in the placeholder to insert your own image.

2. NEWBORN BATHING PROCEDURE  1. Check Chart  2. Wash Hands  3. Identify Infant  4. Take vital signs and weigh baby with clothes removed.

3. BABIES GET COLD QUICKLY – BE SURE TO KEEP THEM WARM! NOTE: To change images on this slide, select a picture and delete it. Then click the Insert Picture icon in the placeholder to insert your own image.

4. NEWBORN BATHING PROCEDURE  5. Wash baby in bassinet  6. Start washing face (no soap) then scalp (with soap)  7. Wash and dry arms then torso & legs.  8. Check cord – keep dry.

5. UMBILICAL CORD HEALING

6. NEWBORN BATHING PROCEDURE  9. Clean peri-area  10. Keep baby warm while bathing.  11. Change linens in bassinet  12. Wash hands  13. Chart and document

7. ALWAYS KEEP A CLOSE EYE ON THE BABY! NOTE: To change images on this slide, select a picture and delete it. Then click the Insert Picture icon in the placeholder to insert your own image.

8. END OF SKILL