During morning care the assistant notices a new reddened area over a resident's heel and a small blister forming. What is the correct action?

• A.Apply a bandage and say nothing to the nurse
• B.Report the skin change to the nurse the same shift
• C.Massage the reddened heel vigorously to help it
• D.Wait a week to see if the blister grows larger

Why

New redness and blistering, especially over bony areas, can be early signs of skin breakdown and should be reported promptly. Early reporting allows the nurse to start protective measures.

Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Observing and Reporting Changes · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-062).

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