What would the nurse explain to a client the reason for a daily bath?
1. To assess skin integrity
2. To develop a nurse-client relationship
3. To moisturize the skin
4. To stimulate circulation
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Giving a bath to a client will allow the nurse to assess the skin but this is not the most important purpose.
Rationale 2: Giving a bath to a client will allow the nurse to develop a nurse-client relationship but this is not the most important purpose.
Rationale 3: Giving a bath to a client will allow the nurse to moisturize the skin but this is not the most important purpose.
Rationale 4: The three major reasons for a bath are to remove waste products like perspiration, stimulate circulation, and refresh the client.
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