• Are usually ordered by a physician/ nurse in charge.
• Are given for physical effects, such as sooth irritated skin or to treat an area (perineum)
• Medications may be placed in the water
• Is generally taken in a tub 1/3 or ½ full, about 114 liters (930’gal)
• The client remains in the bath for a desired time, often 20-30 min
• If the clients back, chest and arms are to be treated, immerse in the solution
• The bath temperature is generally included in the order, 37.7- 46oc (100-115 oF) for adults and 40-50 oc (105 oF) for infants
Bath Solutions
1. Saline: 4 ml (1Tsp) NaCl to 500 ml (1 pt) water
• Has a cooling effect
• Cleans
• Decrease skin irritation
2. Sodium: 4 ml (1Tsp) NCHCO3 to 500 ml (1 pt) water, bicarbonate or 120-360 ml 120 liters
• Has a cooling effect
• Relieves skin irritation
3. Potassium permanganate (Kmno4): available in tablets, which are crushed, dissolved in a little water, and added to the bath
• Cleans and disinfects
• Treats infected skin areas
4. Oatmeal (Aveeino) and cornstarch can also be used
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