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Which observation during bathing should be reported to the nurse?
- A.A new red area, rash, bruise, or break in the skin
- B.The resident prefers warm water
- C.The resident washed the face alone
- D.The resident wants a different soap scent
Correct answer
A. A new red area, rash, bruise, or break in the skin
Why
Bathing is a key time to check the skin, and new redness, bruising, or breaks may signal injury or pressure damage. Normal preferences do not need urgent reporting, but skin changes do.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Hygiene · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-017).