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It's possible that washing would break her, but all that dirt is liable to at least cause her skin problems, plus make her chicks sick by causing an infection in the developing chick. Sometimes they stop being broody even if not disturbed. Sometimes they persist in being broody for weeks and...

Very true.

First, I would put her in a basin of warm soapy water and get her clean. Then I would move the food and water further away from her so she will get a little more exercise when she gets up. I would also take her off the nest once a day or more til she eats, poops and gets a little exercise. at...