Practice Question
When showering a patient, which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure patient safety?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Assess the water temperature before allowing the patient to shower.
Rationale:
♦Ensuring the safety of patients during hygiene care includes assessing for risks like thermal injury.
♦Before a patient showers, the nurse must assess the water temperature to confirm it is within a safe and comfortable range (typically 37.8–40.6°C or 100–105°F).
♦This is especially important for clients with decreased sensation, cognitive impairments, or mobility issues, who may not perceive excessive heat or coolness, placing them at risk for burns or chills.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4