A woman is preparing for whirlpool bath hydrotherapy. To ensure patient safety, what action by the nurse is best?
A.
Allow the woman to remain in the tub for no more than 20 minutes.
B.
Maintain water temperature no higher than 100.4 °F (38 °C).
C.
Obtain informed consent prior to allowing the woman in the tub.
D.
Use a wheelchair to transport the woman to the hydrotherapy tub.
ANS: B
For safety, water temperature should remain between 96.8 and 100.4 °F (36-38 °C). The other actions are not necessary.
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