The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is assisting the nurse with topical medications. Which actions by the UAP are not appropriate?
Select all that apply.
1. Assessing a skin rash
2. Applying antibiotic cream
3. Applying lotion to dry skin after a bath
4. Asking the nurse to look at an area of skin excoriation
5. Applying cream to the client's skin due to itching
Correct Answer: 1,2
The UAP is able to apply lotions or cream to a client's skin if it is dry or the client is complaining of itching. The UAP can also ask the nurse to look at an area of skin excoriation on a client. The UAP cannot assess the skin nor can the UAP administer prescribed topical medications, such as an antibiotic cream.
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