After a medicated bath, the patient is assisted from the tub. Which statement about lotion application is correct?
a. Apply lotion immediately after drying the patient.
b. Apply lotion in a thick layer to warm skin.
c. Apply lotion after returning the patient to bed.
d. Allow the patient to apply the lotion.
A
Medication is applied in a thin layer as soon as the patient has completed a bath. Applying the lotion in a thick layer, waiting to apply the lotion, or deferring the lotion application to the patient is not appropriate.
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