A client has a wound infection to the right arm. What comfort measure can the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
a. Elevate the arm above the level of the heart.
b. Order a fan to help cool the client if feverish.
c. Place cool, wet cloths on top of the wound.
d. Take the client's temperature every 4 hours.
ANS: A
Elevating the extremity above the level of the heart will help with swelling and pain. Fans are not recommended as they can disperse microbes. Having a cool, wet cloth on the wound may macerate the broken skin. Taking the client's temperature provides data but does not increase comfort.
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