Which step should be included when shaving a client?
1. Assist the client to a prone position.
2. Pull the skin taut with the dominant hand.
3. Rinse the razor after each stroke.
4. Use long strokes.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Assist the client to a sitting position-not a prone position-because this is a more natural position.
Rationale 2: The skin should be pulled taut with the nondominant hand-not the dominant-because this provides uniform shaving.
Rationale 3: Rinsing the razor after each stroke keeps the cutting edge clean.
Rationale 4: Short strokes should be used-not long strokes-because this provides for a closer shave without irritation.
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