A nurse is applying a warm moist compress to a client. What is an appropriate nursing intervention to retain the heat of the compress?
A) Cover the pack with a light material.
B) Apply an Aqua-K pad over the pack.
C) Tape the pack to the body with dry gauze.
D) Cover the pack with a moist material.

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Applying an Aqua-K pad over the pack helps retain heat by providing an additional source of warmth and insulation.

A Nurse Is Applying a Warm Moist Compress to a Client