During the night, the body enters a state of deep rest. Upon waking, especially if there hasn’t been a gradual warm-up (such as walking or drinking hot tea), immediately exposing it to water—particularly if it’s very hot or very cold—can cause thermal shock.
This can alter:
Heart rate,
blood pressure,
respiratory rate.
In older adults, whose physical defenses are more delicate, this reaction can be fatal.
What is the best time to bathe after 70?
The best time for an older person to bathe is after breakfast, between 9:00 am and 11:00 am.
This schedule allows:
