After turning the patient, the very last step in any turning procedure is to
A)
wash your hands.
B)
straighten out the covers.
C)
wait ten minutes to see if the patient is comfortable.
D)
report to your immediate supervisor that you have changed the patient's position.
Answer:
D
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