Which action by a UAP requires an immediate intervention by the nurse?
A)Application of a skin barrier/protection ointment
B)Releasing wrist restraints on a patient to allow ROM
C)Assisting a patient to the bedside commode
D)Obtaining a urine culture from a patient

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These products are medications and even topical medications are not allowed under the UAP's scope of practice, and thus this requires an intervention.The other actions are within the scope of practice of the UAP and do not require an intervention.

Which Action by a UAP Requires an Immediate Intervention by the Nurse