When delegating the application of heat or cold therapies to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP), the nurse should (Select all that apply)
a. allow the UAP to document the treatment and the client's response.
b. clarify the order to ensure the task can be delegated.
c. inspect the client's skin before the treatment.
d. instruct the UAP to wrap the heat or cold in a protective cover.
e. reassess the client's skin after the treatment is done.
B, C, D, E
The nurse is responsible for assessments before and after the treatment and for documenting the client's response to a treatment. The nurse should also ensure that the task is appropriate for delegation. For further information, see the Management and Delegation feature.
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