BATHING. Washing oneself by sponge bath; or in either a tub or shower, including the task of getting into or out of the tub or shower.
BATHING. Washing oneself with or without the help of adaptive devices. Washing may be in the tub or shower or by sponge bath.
BATHING. Should it become medically necessary to bathe your pet, we will attempt to contact you for permission. However, in the event that we are unable to reach you and it is determined that a bath is medically necessary, a bath will be done and added to your bill. If your pet enters with either internal or external parasites, we reserve the right to treat at your expense which may include bathing, oral medications (Capstar for fleas) and/or the application of Frontline Plus or Revolution and that the costs will be added to my bill.
BATHING a. Sponge bathing is allowed to maintain personal hygiene.
b. Hot water must be well controlled and utilized with extreme caution.
c. Bath oil products may not be used.
d. Tub baths and showers are allowed on a case-by-case basis only after the ASAP RN has completed a nursing assessment. Consumers with conditions/diagnoses that may not be suitable for tub and shower baths include but are not limited to: consumers with a history of falls, severe osteoarthritis, severe osteoporosis, compression fractures, advanced neuromuscular disease, unmanageable seizure disorders, cancer with metastasis to the bone, peripheral vascular disease, severe cardiac/respiratory disease, vertigo, obesity, open wounds, and certain types of fractures including, but not limited to those immobilized with a cast. This may include a fairly recent hip fracture.
e. Prior to approving a tub bath or shower, the ASAP RN must determine that no physical barriers exist that prohibit immediate access to the consumer in the event of an emergency.
f. The following safety equipment is required for tub baths and showers: grab bar(s); a rubber mat, nonskid surface, or decals inside of the tub/shower; and a rubber backed floor mat outside of tub/shower. A tub/shower stool must be present when determined to be necessary by the ASAP RN.
g. In certain cases, when it is not feasible to install safety equipment such as grab bars, the ASAP RN may waive the requirement of safety equipment when determining that the lack of safety equipment does not put the consumer’s safety at risk. The requirements regarding nonskid surfaces and the use of a rubber backed floor mat outside of the tub may not be waived.
h. Complete bed baths are allowed on a case-by-case basis after the ASAP RN has completed a nursing assessment. The PCHM cannot take responsibility to turn, lift, or roll the consumer, but may assist the primary caregiver who is taking responsibility for these tasks.
BATHING. All pets that stay with us three nights may receive at our discretion, a bath prior to returning home. Applicable charges will apply. Grooming services are available to schedule at check in. Bath charges are based on pet size and coat condition. Additional services such as nails, ear cleaning, sanitary area washing etc. may also be scheduled and priced accordingly. Sharp nails and/or dewclaws cause injury to pets and staff. Mandatory trimming and smoothing will be done at owners’ expense.
BATHING. Should it become necessary to bathe your pet, we will attempt to contact you for permission, however in the event that we are unable to reach you and it is determined that a clean-up bath is necessary, we will bathe your pet and an additional amount will be added to your bill. Please note that a clean-up bath is for sanitation purposes only and not substitute for regular bath.
BATHING. It is recommended that all dogs receive a bath before going home. Pet hair attracts odor easily and even the cleanest dogs may pick up odors. The charge for bathing is additional and will range from $24.30-$40.50 depending on the size pet/hair length (please ask about the price for your pet). Bathing includes a pedicure and ear cleaning. Extra de-matting or grooming is not included in this price. Bath: YES / NO Date Pet Is To Be Bathed / / Pick-up Date/Time
BATHING the ability to wash oneself in a bathtub, shower or by sponge bath, with or without the aid of assistive devices;
BATHING. If you would like your pet to be bathed, the charge is additional and will range from $22.00-$45.00 depending on the size pet (please ask about the price for your pet). Pick- Up time for ANY animal being bathed is 4:00pm.
BATHING your ability to take a bath or shower or otherwise maintain adequate personal cleanliness.
