The nurse is providing a complete bed bath to a patient using a commercial bath cleansing pack (bag bath). What should the nurse do?

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The nurse should allow the skin to air-dry for 30 seconds. Drying the skin with a towel removes the emollient that is left behind after the water/cleanser solution evaporates. It is permissible to lightly cover the patient with a bath blanket or towel to prevent chilling. Do not rinse when using a bag bath.

The Nurse Is Providing a Complete Bed Bath to a Patient