A nurse is providing fingernail care to a client. Which is an appropriate nursing intervention when caring for fingernails?
A) Remove nail polish from the client's nails.
B) Scrub the client's nails with a rough nail brush.
C) Leave the client's hands moist.
D) Clean the client's nails with a strong soap.
A
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The nurse should remove nail polish from the client's nails. Removing nail polish enables inspection of the true condition of the client's nails. It also aids in assessing the client's level of oxygenation. Nails should be scrubbed with a soft brush to remove dirt that has collected under the nails. A rough, hard brush could injure the cuticles. Moist hands are more likely to attract and spread microorganisms. Cleaning the client's nails with strong soaps and washing powders makes nails and cuticles dry.
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