The nurse delegates oral care of an unconscious client on supplemental oxygen to the UAP.Which action by the UAP requires the nurse to intervene?
A)Placing a bite block in the client's mouth.
B)Applying petroleum-based moisturizer to the client's lips.
C)Positioning the client in side-lying position with head of bed lowered.
D)Using a separate moistened swab for the inside of each cheek.

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Applying petroleum-based moisturizer to the client's lips when they are on supplemental oxygen is unsafe because petroleum products can increase the risk of fire near oxygen sources.

The Nurse Delegates Oral Care of an Unconscious Client on Supplemental