A resident has a dry mouth and cracked lips. What simple help can the nursing assistant offer within scope?

• A.Tell the resident nothing can be done
• B.Apply petroleum to the inside of the mouth
• C.Offer fluids if allowed and apply a water-based lip moisturizer as directed
• D.Give medicine for dry mouth without asking the nurse

Why

Frequent fluids and lip care improve comfort for a dry mouth when allowed by the care plan. Medicine is outside the nursing assistant's scope and requires the nurse's direction.

Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Hygiene · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-029).

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