Bucao - HOT SITZ BATH

HOT SITZ BATH
Name: Lorenz Gabriel Bucao Grade:__________________

Year and Section: BSN 2 – C Date: Feb, 25, 2022
DEFINITION: A prolonged immersion of buttocks and lower trunk in water with an initial temperature of 98◦F to 110◦F,
gradually increased to temperature of 110◦F-120◦F (43.5◦C-48.7◦C) or as hot as the patient can tolerate.
PURPOSE: 1. To relieve muscle spasm

2. To soften exudates
3. To hasten the suppuration process
4. To hasten healing
5. To reduce congestion and provide comfort in the perineal area
MATERIALS:
• Sitz tub half filled with water 110F-120F
• Empty pitcher (may be small)
• Pitcher with hot water
• Bath thermometer
• Fresh camisa/patient’s clean clothes
• Bath towael
• 2-3 Blankets
• 1 Bath robe and slippers (from bedside)
• newspaper
Legend:
1- Excellent
2- Very Satisfactory
3- Satisfactory
4- Needs Improvement
5- Poor
PROCEDURE RATIONALE 1 2 3 4 5
1. Check physician’s order for sitz bath patient. To assure the exact
order is given.
2. Prepare the materials needed and bring materials at bedside. To be able to

perform the
procedure easily.
3. Introduce self and check patient’s identity In order to build

rapport to the
patient and
cooperation.
4. Explain procedure to patient. For proper

cooperation and to
lessen anxiety.
5. Make patient void before procedure. To make the

procedure more
comfortable for
the client.
6. Place bathmat on floor beside tub. You may use newspaper if In order to prevent
bathmat is not available. water from seeping
onto the ground.
7. Fill in tub one-fourth full of water – temperature 98◦F to 100◦F. It is necessary to
pour or fill in as
much water to
cover the perineal
area.
8. Remove patient’s bath robe and place on back of chair. To prevent from
getting wet.
9. Wrap patient with bath blanket and pin at back. To prevent
exposure and keep
the patient warm.
10. Remove patient’s gown. To prevent robe
form getting wet.
11. Ask and help patient to sit squarely on tub. For convenience
and safety in
performing the
procedure.
12. Prevent blanket (about patient) from getting wet by arranging it To avoid burning
over shoulders and tucking it at feet and sides of tub. Adjust hot water the patient.
bag about patient’s feet. Bring second blanket up to knees.
13. Increase temperature of water gradually to 110◦F-120◦F or as hot as To ensure that the
patient can tolerate by holding your hand between patient’s body and outcomes are
stream of water being poured. appropriately
accounted for.
14. Let patient stay in tub for the prescribed period of time. So that the
procedure mat
take effect.
15. Assist patient out of tub then dry him thoroughly with bath towel. To make the
procedure more
comfortable for
the client.
16. Assist patient while he puts on his gown and bath robe. To prevent
exposure and keep
the patient warm.
17. Take patient back to bed and keep him warm. To ensure clients
safety and
comfort.
18. Make patient comfortable and give him something to drink. Place To protect the
buzzer or intercom within patient’s reach. safety and comfort
of clients.
19. Do after care: Proper disposal or
putting the things
 Bring all materials except sitz tub to utility room. Cleanse
thoroughly and return to their proper places. Return chair to its back can avoid
place. cross
contamination.
 Wash tub with soap and running water for non-communicable
cases.
20. Do documentation: Maintain accurate
records for future
 Type of treatment
 Length of time of application reference, and to
 Type of heat application give patient a
 Comfort of patient safety and quality
 Signature of nurse. care.
ATTITUDE OF THE STUDENT:
21. Accept constructive suggestions and criticisms. For correction of

mistakes and work
on the things that
needs
improvement.
22. Assumes accountability. Taking ownership

in one’s own
actions eliminates
the time and effort
you spend on
distracting
activities and other
unproductive
behaviour.
Scoring:
1x ____________ = __________
2x ____________ = __________
3x ____________ = __________
4x ____________ = __________
5x ____________ = __________
Total divided by no. of items = __________
Comments:
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Lorenz Gabriel Bucao

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HOT SITZ BATH

Name: Lorenz Gabriel Bucao Grade:__________________

PURPOSE: 1. To relieve muscle spasm

2. Prepare the materials needed and bring materials at bedside. To be able to

3. Introduce self and check patient’s identity In order to build

4. Explain procedure to patient. For proper

5. Make patient void before procedure. To make the

ATTITUDE OF THE STUDENT:

21. Accept constructive suggestions and criticisms. For correction of

22. Assumes accountability. Taking ownership

Lorenz Gabriel Bucao

Clinical Instructor’s Signature and Date over Printed name

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