A nurse is assigned to assist a client with a warm soak. What should the nurse do when providing a warm soak?
A) Use distilled water for soaks.
B) Set the water to 45°C.
C) Stir the water to distribute heat evenly.
D) Soak for 45 minutes per treatment.
C
Feedback:
The nurse should stir the water to distribute heat evenly. The nurse should use tap water for the soak unless otherwise specified. A detergent or colloidal oatmeal may be added to the water. The nurse should ensure that hot water is added gradually to maintain a temperature level between 37.8°C to 40.6°C, not 45°C. The usual length of a soak is 15 to 20 minutes, not 45 minutes, per treatment.
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