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Grooming, Hair Care & Shaving

A resident wants to apply makeup and wear jewelry for the day. What should the nursing assistant do?

  • A.Refuse because grooming is not important
  • B.Apply makeup the way the assistant prefers
  • C.Hide the jewelry so it is not lost without telling the resident
  • D.Help as the resident wishes, within safety and care-plan limits
Correct answer

D. Help as the resident wishes, within safety and care-plan limits

Why

Supporting makeup and jewelry respects identity and choice. Any safety concern should be discussed openly, not handled by hiding the resident's belongings.

Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Hygiene · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-044).

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