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Nail Care for the Elderly by Emily Guerra Design for Aging Pratt Institute 2020 Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra How can nail care be done safely? Nail care is very important, especially as we age because it afgects our overall health.
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
by Emily Guerra Design for Aging Pratt Institute 2020
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Nail care is very important, especially as we age because it afgects our overall health.
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Hygiene related to the overall human body...afuer speaking with a group of elderly men and women, nail care was found to be quite important to staying healthy at an older age
Personal Care
The condition of your nails affect your overall health Not reccomended to cut toenails yourself Dental Hygiene Brushing teeth Flossing Tooth decay or gum disease Putting toothpaste
difficult Not all surfaces and teeth get brushed Skin Care Wash Face Wash Hands Slippery and wet surfaces Showering & Bathing Adjusting water temperature Nail Care Difficult to reach Shaking hands and feet Low visibility Hydration Protection against harsh environments Hair Care
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Scenarios and products for nail care hygiene
Privacy Infection Fungus Ingrown toenails Cutting toenails is done by a professional ~7 week span between cutting visits
Nail Care
Nail Clippers File Scissors Manicure / Pedicure
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Many products are made to be small and compactible, but do not provide a handle comfortable enough for elderly people to grip. Tiis is one reason why it is, in many cases, recommended to have a pediatrist care for older peoples’ nails.
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Small, but ergonomic grips were created and tested by individuals
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Physical barrier to stop the nail from being cut too short
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra Stainless steel clipper, silicone grips, and stopper
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Extends the length of the fjle for easier reach and use and stores fjles away to keep them clean when not in use
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
A handbook used as an educational and reminder tool for nail care at home
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Visual cues for what to do and not do that are used thoughout the handbook
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra
Clipper, fjle extender, and “nailbook” are included in a kit so nail care can be done safely and at home
Nail Care for the Elderly Emily Guerra