Author: IMAC

Prevent infections during each nursing home stay
BASIN BED BATHING with Chlorhexidine (CHG) Liquid Soap

STAFF

Bathe with CHG to remove germs and prevent infection
CHG works better than soap and water
CHG is a protective bath
Apply as shown below
REMINDERS
Your enthusiasm helps residents understand why CHG is important
Bathing on admission removes germs to protect the resident and nursing home
CHG works for 24 hours to kill germs
Do NOT rinse. Allow CHG to air dry.
Clean 6 inches of lines, drains, tubes
Safe on surface wounds, rashes, burns
Use only CHG-compatible lotions
If barrier protection needed, apply CHG then apply barrier protection
Clean all skin areas with attention to:
Neck
All skin folds
Skin around all devices (line/tube/drain)
Wounds unless deep or large
Armpit, groin, between fingers/toes
BASIN BATH Instructions
Prepare 4% liquid CHG, a measuring cup, a bed basin, and 6 disposable wipes (more if needed).
Dispense 1/2 cup of 4% CHG liquid into basin.
Add 1/2 cup of water. Do not dilute more than equal part of water to CHG.
4. Soak wipes in basin and wring before use. Do not place back into basin after use.
Firmly massage skin with wipes.
Clean over semi-permeable dressings.
Clean 6 inches of lines, tubes, and drains.
Air dry. Do not wipe off.

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Avoid eyes, mouth, & ear canals
Do NOT rinse. Allow CHG to air dry.