While assisting with the admission of a new resident to the long-term care facility,the nurse notes the patient's feet are moist with dry skin on the heels.The toenails are long and brittle.Which action should the nurse take first?

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D.Nails in an older individual are often hard and brittle.Soaking in warm water helps soften nails to ease in their trimming.A.Filing the nails can be done once the nails are softened.B.Drying the feet would be appropriate after soaking them.C.Lotion can be applied after foot care has been completed.

While Assisting with the Admission of a New Resident to the Long-Term