The nurse is preparing to perform perineal care for the female patient. What is the best method for using a bath blanket to drape the patient?

a. Square position
b. Long position
c. Diamond position
d. Rectangular position


ANS: C
Drape the patient with a bath blanket in the diamond position.

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