The nurse assists the client off the bedpan after defecating. After emptying and cleaning the bedpan, the nurse finds the bedside table is full, and there is no room for storage of the pan. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. Store the bedpan under the bed, where it is out of sight.
2. Place the bedpan on the overbed table until creating a space in the bedside table.
3. Place the bedpan on the floor of the bathroom behind or on the side of the toilet, where it is not likely to be tripped over.
4. Remove objects from the bedside stand and return the bedpan to the stand.
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Rationale 1: Aseptic practice prohibits placing the bedpan on the floor under the bed.
Rationale 2: Aseptic practice prohibits placing the bedpan on the bedside stand.
Rationale 3: Aseptic practice prohibits placing the bedpan on the floor of the bathroom.
Rationale 4: The nurse should remove objects preventing proper storage of the bedpan and find another location for these items.
Global Rationale: Aseptic practice prohibits placing the bedpan on the floor under the bed, on the bedside stand, or on the floor of the bathroom. The nurse should remove objects preventing proper storage of the bedpan and find another location for these items.
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