A hospitalized older adult has been assessed at high risk for skin breakdown.Which actions does the registered nurse (RN)delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? (Select all that apply.)

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The nurses' aide or UAP can assist in keeping the client's skin dry,order a special mattress on direction of the RN,and turn the client on a schedule.Assessing the skin is a nursing responsibility,although the aide should be directed to report any redness noticed.Documenting the Braden Scale results is the RN's responsibility as the RN is the one who performs that assessment.

A Hospitalized Older Adult Has Been Assessed at High Risk