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A resident is receiving a tub bath. How long should the resident usually stay in the tub and what safety rule applies?
- A.About 60 minutes, and the door may be locked
- B.As long as the resident wants, alone is fine
- C.About 5 minutes with very hot water
- D.About 20 minutes, and the resident should never be left alone
Correct answer
D. About 20 minutes, and the resident should never be left alone
Why
Long soaks can cause weakness and dizziness, so tub baths are kept short. A resident in water must never be left alone because of drowning and fall risks.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Hygiene · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-007).