A person has fecal incontinence. The following measures are part of the care plan. Which should you question?
A) Assist with elimination after meals.
B) Assist with elimination every 2 to 3 hours.
C) Give good skin care.
D) Assist with hand washing once per shift.

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Assisting with hand washing only once per shift is not sufficient to maintain proper hygiene and prevent the spread of infection. Hand washing should be encouraged before and after each contact with the person, including after assisting with elimination.

A Person Has Fecal Incontinence