
What nursing interventions related to hygiene are appropriate for a patient who has had a recent stroke that caused right-sided (dominant) paralysis and inability to speak?
A) Perform a full bed bath, brush and floss his teeth, and give him a good back massage.
B) Encourage the patient to use his nondominant hand to wash his face, brush his teeth, and perform other hygiene activities with assistance as necessary.
C) Set up a washbasin and supplies, tell the patient to wash what he can, and provide privacy for the patient to do what he can.
D) Teach a family member to give a full bath so that the family member will be able to care for the patient at home.
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