Slip one hand through the arm hole of the gown, and bend the patient's arm. With the other hand draw off the sleeve.
Draw the hand through the corresponding sleeve of the fresh gown and lifting the head just as for changing the pillow, slip the soiled and fresh gown over the head at the same time. Pull away the soiled gown. Put your hand through the sleeve and draw the patient's hand through, then raising again draw the gown down under the back and hips.
Combing the Hair
The hair should be combed at least once a day. If this is done from the very beginning of an illness it will not get badly tangled.
Spread a towel over the pillow. Have the patient turn head on one side so that the back of the head is exposed. Part the hair in the middle from the forehead to the nape of the neck. Comb only a small strand at a time. If there are tangles, comb from ends toward the scalp. Avoid pulling by twisting the strand around the finger and holding loosely between the comb and the scalp. When the hair on one side has been combed, braid it, having the top of the braid near the ear. Do the other side the same way. If very much tangled a little oil or alcohol rubbed in makes it easier to comb.
Wash the comb and brush in soap and water once a week.
Wash the hands after combing the hair.
Be careful in removing the towel not to scatter the loose hairs and dandruff it may hold.
Getting Patient Up in Chair
If possible have a chair with arms.