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Resident Rights

A resident wants to send and receive mail without staff opening it. The aide should:

  • A.Open the mail first to check for problems
  • B.Respect his right to private, unopened mail
  • C.Hold his mail until family visits
  • D.Read the mail aloud in the hallway
Correct answer

B. Respect his right to private, unopened mail

Why

Residents have the right to send and receive mail promptly and unopened. Opening or delaying mail violates privacy and communication rights.

Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Client Rights: Private Communication and Mail · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-017).

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