A nurse monitors a group of older adults in the long-term care facility's kitchen. Which of the following actions would cause the nurse to intervene?
A) Sharing perfumed hand soap
B) Using hand lotion after washing dishes
C) Using hot water to rinse the dishes
D) Using soap to wash the dishes
Ans: C
Older adults are more susceptible to scald burns because of their diminished ability to feel dangerously hot water temperatures. Perfumed hand soap, dish washing liquid, and lotion are acceptable.
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