A nurse is observing as an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) performs hygiene and changes a client's bed linens. What action by the UAP requires intervention by the nurse?
a. Not using gloves while combing the client's hair
b. Rinsing the client's commode pan after use
c. Shaking dirty linens and placing them on the floor
d. Wearing gloves when providing perianal care
ANS: C
Shaking dirty linens (or even clean linens) can spread microbes through the air. Placing linens on the floor contaminates the floor surface and can lead to infection spread via shoes. The other actions are appropriate. If the client has a scalp infection or infestation, the UAP should wear gloves; otherwise it is not required.
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