N.J. Admin. Code § 5:27-10.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 5:27-10.3 - Assistance in bathing and personal hygiene

(a) Assistance in bathing and personal hygiene shall be provided only by a person whom the resident consents to have assist him or her.

(b) Assistance in bathing and personal hygiene shall be provided at reasonable times so that a resident is not unduly delayed in commencing his daily activities or in going to bed. Sufficient time shall be allowed in light of the resident's physical condition.

(c) Any bath or shower used by residents requiring assistance shall have handrails and treads.

(d) Assistance in personal hygiene shall include assistance in oral hygiene, hair washing and grooming, manicure, pedicure and shaving, as required.

N.J. Admin. Code § 5:27-10.3

Amended by R.1995 d.280, effective 5/12/1995.
See: 27 New Jersey Register 1346(a), 27 New Jersey Register 2188(a).