A nurse preceptor is observing a new graduate apply heat to a pregnant woman to relieve the pain of contractions. Which action by the new graduate would cause the preceptor to intervene?
a. The new graduate assesses the client's pain.
b. The new graduate explains the procedure to the pregnant woman.
c. The new graduate applies the pad to her own inner forearm to assess temperature.
d. The new graduate applies the pad to the site of the epidural.
D
Nurses should remember, for safety, to never apply heat or cold to an area numbed by
regional anesthetic (spinal, intrathecal, or epidural). The new graduate was correct in conducting an assessment of the client's pain, explaining the procedure to the client, and applying the pad to her own inner forearm to assess temperature. Also, the heat application should be removed if the client finds that it is uncomfortable or if it does not help her pain.
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