You are bathing a resident.You note a reddened area on the person's left shoulder.What should you do?
A)Massage the area during the back massage.
B)Report the observation to the nurse.
C)Apply powder to the site.
D)Rub the area.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Reporting the observation to the nurse is the best choice because the reddened area may be a sign of pressure ulcer or skin irritation, which requires further assessment and treatment by the healthcare provider. Massaging, applying powder, or rubbing the area may worsen the condition and cause more harm.

You Are Bathing a Resident