A nurse is educating a group of nursing assistants in long-term care on the prevention of skin tears. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the education? (Select all that apply.)
A) Lubricate the resident's skin with moisturizers twice daily
B) Ensure that the resident has adequate nutrition and hydration
C) Bathe the resident in hot soapy water
D) Avoid the use of lifting shifts when transferring the resident
E) Dress the resident in long sleeves and long pants to protect the extremities
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