NP R 17) The UAP is bathing the client dx with adult acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who is on a ventilator. The bed is in the high position with the opposite side rail elevated. Which action should the ICU nurse take?
a. Demonstrate the correct technique when giving a bed bath
b. Encourage the UAP to put the bed in the lowest position
c. Explain that the client on a ventilator should not be bathed
d. Give the UAP praise for performing the bath safely
Answer: d. Give the UAP praise for performing the bath safely
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