Prior to assisting the client with personal hygiene, the nurse checks the nursing history for risk factors for self-care deficit, such as: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Visual impairment.
2. Activity intolerance.
3. Pain.
4. Auditory impairment.
5. Medically prescribed restriction.
1,2,3,5
Rationale: A client with a visual impairment might not be able to collect the equipment necessary to complete personal hygiene tasks.
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