N.J. Admin. Code § 10:47-5.5

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

Section 10:47-5.5 - Personal hygiene

(a) The facility shall provide for the basic hygienic needs of the individuals served. Individuals shall be helped to attain maximum independence in caring for their needs. The following shall be assured:

1. Baths or showers shall be provided daily;

2. Individuals who soil shall bathe and change immediately;

3. Individuals shall brush their teeth at least twice a day and provisions shall be made for the cleaning of dentures;

4. Individuals shall shampoo their hair at least twice a week, or more frequently if necessary;

5. Toe nails and finger nails shall be cut as needed;

6. Men shall have the opportunity to shave as needed;

7. Individual toilet articles such as hairbrush, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, soap, shampoo, washcloth and towel, shall be supplied to each individual and kept in a separate receptacle;

8. Feminine hygiene protection shall be provided as needed; and

9. Every person who does not eliminate appropriately and independently shall be engaged in a toilet training program, unless medically contraindicated.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:47-5.5