The nurse is preparing to bathe a patient. What should the room temperature be set at?
a. No warmer than 67 ° F
b. No cooler than 68 ° F
c. No cooler than 70 ° F
d. 75 ° F or warmer
ANS: B
The recommended room temperature is 68 ° to 74 ° F.
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