Within ACL 5 Low, they may learn to use extended bath aids to clean back and feet, with standby / minimum assistance to remember safety precautions, attend to unseen surface / spatial properties (e.g., dirt between toes, area on back), and assisting with bathing areas that require persistence with tedious adjustments (depending on level of physical disability). They may fail to anticipate secondary effects or intangible properties of new products (e.g., allergies to soaps, using lotions that are incompatible with elastic pressure garments). Until the person is functioning in ACL 5.2, they may not notice spilled water on the floor after bathing. They will need assistance to anticipate hazards, remember safety precautions and plan actions. One-sided bathing techniques may be abandoned if too tedious.
Prevent falls in the bath tub by making sure modifications are securely installed such as the bath mat is pushed down tight.
Prevent falls after seated in the bath tub by assisting with balance and sequence of movements to get out of the bath tub.
Prevent electrical shock or burns by removing electrical appliances from the bathroom sink area (radio, hair dryer, curling iron, razor, stereo.)