The client will be remaining in the home while receiving chemotherapy. Her caregiver is concerned about how her skin should be cleaned if she is incontinent while undergoing treatment
The nurse should instruct the caregiver to clean the skin with ________ after an incontinent episode.
a. soap and water
b. prescribed skin care products
c. diluted hydrogen peroxide
d. water-based lubricant
ANS: A
Proper skin care for the client who is incontinent while receiving chemotherapy consists of cleaning the area with soap and water after an episode of incontinence.
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