A bedridden patient with long hair may experience problems with matting. What is the most appropriate nursing action?
a. Cut the matted hair away.
b. Braid the hair to reduce the tangles.
c. Use a thick, commercial product to grease the hair.
d. Keep the hair dry by applying powder every morning.
B
Braiding helps to avoid repeated tangles. Ask permission before braiding or cutting a patient's hair. Do not apply powder every morning. Moistening the hair with water or an alcohol-free detangle product makes the hair easier to comb.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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