The nurse is caring for a healthy young adult client who was involved in a motor vehicle crash resulting in a fractured femur.The femur was pinned,and the client was placed in traction.Which type of bath would the nurse provide for this client?

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Given the client is a healthy young adult, they likely have the ability to perform some self-care activities. A self-help bed bath allows the client to maintain independence and dignity by participating in their own hygiene care as much as their condition (fractured femur) allows.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Healthy Young Adult Client