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What should the nursing assistant do if a resident is nicked during shaving?
- A.Ignore it if the resident says it is fine
- B.Apply powder to hide the bleeding
- C.Continue shaving over the cut
- D.Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth and report it to the nurse
Correct answer
D. Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth and report it to the nurse
Why
Even a small nick needs pressure to stop bleeding and must be reported, especially for residents on blood thinners. Continuing to shave over the cut makes it worse.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Hygiene · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-039).