A nurse who oversees the care in a nursing home is aware that the older adults who reside in the facility are vulnerable to impaired thermoregulation. What information source should the nurse prioritize when regulating the temperature in the facility?
A) The nurse's perception of heat and cold when dressed similarly to the residents
B) Readings from an accurate thermometer
C) The input from nursing assistant and unlicensed care providers in the facility
D) The suggestions of residents who do not have cognitive impairments
Ans: B
A reliable thermometer must be used in order to maintain a temperature as close to 75°F as possible. This objective data source supersedes the subjective perceptions of nurses, care providers, or certain residents, though each should likely be considered.
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