What must the nurse do before applying a safety reminder device (SRD)?
a. Get permission from the family
b. Assess patient's skin condition
c. Get a physician's order
d. Explain the SRD to the patient
ANS: C
Initially, an order is necessary that specifies the type of SRD and the duration of its application.
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