When a patient who is wearing a Holter monitor asks how to bathe, what would be an appropriate response by the nurse?

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Taking a sponge bath is the appropriate response as the Holter monitor should not be submerged in water. A tub bath or shower with the monitor on may damage the device and compromise the accuracy of the readings. Removing the monitor before showering is also not recommended as it should be worn continuously for the prescribed timeframe.

When a Patient Who Is Wearing a Holter Monitor Asks