A nurse delegates hygiene care for a client who has advanced cirrhosis to an unlicensed nursing personnel (UAP). Which statements should the nurse include when delegating this task to the UAP? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Apply lotion to the client's dry skin areas."
b. "Use a basin with warm water to bathe the client."
c. "For the client's oral care, use a soft toothbrush."
d. "Provide clippers so the client can trim the fingernails."
e. "Bathe with antibacterial and water-based soaps."
ANS: A, C, D
Clients with advanced cirrhosis often have pruritus. Lotion will help decrease itchiness from dry skin. A soft toothbrush should be used to prevent gum bleeding, and the client's nails should be trimmed short to prevent the client from scratching himself or herself. These clients should use cool, not warm, water on their skin, and should not use excessive amounts of soap.
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